Characterization of Aroma-Active Compounds in Five Dry-Cured Hams Based on Electronic Nose and GC-MS-Olfactometry Combined with Odor Description, Intensity, and Hedonic Assessment
The evaluation of aroma-active profiles in dry-cured hams is crucial for determining quality, flavor, consumer acceptance, and economic value. This study characterized the volatile compounds in five varieties of dry-cured hams using gas chromatography-mass spectrometry-olfactometry (GC-MS-O) and an...
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| description | The evaluation of aroma-active profiles in dry-cured hams is crucial for determining quality, flavor, consumer acceptance, and economic value. This study characterized the volatile compounds in five varieties of dry-cured hams using gas chromatography-mass spectrometry-olfactometry (GC-MS-O) and an electronic nose (E-Nose). In total, 78 volatile compounds were identified across five varieties of dry-cured hams. A total of 29 compounds were recognized as aroma-active compounds. Odor description, intensity, and hedonic assessment were employed to evaluate these compounds. Black Hoof Cured Ham and Special-grade Xuan-Zi Ham contained higher levels of favorable compounds such as nonanal, 5-butyldihydro-2(3H)-furanone, and 2,6-dimethylpyrazine, contributing to sweet and popcorn-like notes. In contrast, Fei-Zhong-Wang Ham and Liang-Tou-Wu Ham exhibited higher proportions of off-odor compounds with lower hedonic scores. A principal component analysis clearly separated the five hams based on their aroma-active profiles, and a correlation analysis between E-Nose sensor responses and GC-MS-O data demonstrated a strong discriminatory ability for specific samples. These findings offer valuable insights into the chemical and sensory differentiation of dry-cured hams and provide a scientific basis for quality control, product development, and future improvements in E-Nose sensor design and intelligent aroma assessment. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-d2513390a3f545cfb158aa5e3583b7e12025-08-20T03:16:42ZengMDPI AGFoods2304-81582025-06-011413230510.3390/foods14132305Characterization of Aroma-Active Compounds in Five Dry-Cured Hams Based on Electronic Nose and GC-MS-Olfactometry Combined with Odor Description, Intensity, and Hedonic AssessmentDongbing Yu0Yu Gu1School of Biomedical Engineering, Capital Medical University, No. 10, Xitoutiao, YouAnMen, Fengtai District, Beijing 100069, ChinaSchool of Biomedical Engineering, Capital Medical University, No. 10, Xitoutiao, YouAnMen, Fengtai District, Beijing 100069, ChinaThe evaluation of aroma-active profiles in dry-cured hams is crucial for determining quality, flavor, consumer acceptance, and economic value. This study characterized the volatile compounds in five varieties of dry-cured hams using gas chromatography-mass spectrometry-olfactometry (GC-MS-O) and an electronic nose (E-Nose). In total, 78 volatile compounds were identified across five varieties of dry-cured hams. A total of 29 compounds were recognized as aroma-active compounds. Odor description, intensity, and hedonic assessment were employed to evaluate these compounds. Black Hoof Cured Ham and Special-grade Xuan-Zi Ham contained higher levels of favorable compounds such as nonanal, 5-butyldihydro-2(3H)-furanone, and 2,6-dimethylpyrazine, contributing to sweet and popcorn-like notes. In contrast, Fei-Zhong-Wang Ham and Liang-Tou-Wu Ham exhibited higher proportions of off-odor compounds with lower hedonic scores. A principal component analysis clearly separated the five hams based on their aroma-active profiles, and a correlation analysis between E-Nose sensor responses and GC-MS-O data demonstrated a strong discriminatory ability for specific samples. These findings offer valuable insights into the chemical and sensory differentiation of dry-cured hams and provide a scientific basis for quality control, product development, and future improvements in E-Nose sensor design and intelligent aroma assessment.https://www.mdpi.com/2304-8158/14/13/2305aroma-activedry-cured hamselectronic nosegas chromatography-olfactometryhedonic assessment |
| spellingShingle | Dongbing Yu Yu Gu Characterization of Aroma-Active Compounds in Five Dry-Cured Hams Based on Electronic Nose and GC-MS-Olfactometry Combined with Odor Description, Intensity, and Hedonic Assessment Foods aroma-active dry-cured hams electronic nose gas chromatography-olfactometry hedonic assessment |
| title | Characterization of Aroma-Active Compounds in Five Dry-Cured Hams Based on Electronic Nose and GC-MS-Olfactometry Combined with Odor Description, Intensity, and Hedonic Assessment |
| title_full | Characterization of Aroma-Active Compounds in Five Dry-Cured Hams Based on Electronic Nose and GC-MS-Olfactometry Combined with Odor Description, Intensity, and Hedonic Assessment |
| title_fullStr | Characterization of Aroma-Active Compounds in Five Dry-Cured Hams Based on Electronic Nose and GC-MS-Olfactometry Combined with Odor Description, Intensity, and Hedonic Assessment |
| title_full_unstemmed | Characterization of Aroma-Active Compounds in Five Dry-Cured Hams Based on Electronic Nose and GC-MS-Olfactometry Combined with Odor Description, Intensity, and Hedonic Assessment |
| title_short | Characterization of Aroma-Active Compounds in Five Dry-Cured Hams Based on Electronic Nose and GC-MS-Olfactometry Combined with Odor Description, Intensity, and Hedonic Assessment |
| title_sort | characterization of aroma active compounds in five dry cured hams based on electronic nose and gc ms olfactometry combined with odor description intensity and hedonic assessment |
| topic | aroma-active dry-cured hams electronic nose gas chromatography-olfactometry hedonic assessment |
| url | https://www.mdpi.com/2304-8158/14/13/2305 |
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