The role of gamma irradiation and storage at 28 2 C on the inactivation of Listeria monocytogenes, Escherichia coli and Salmonella enterica serotype Typhimurium in sun-dried Legon-18 pepper (Capsicum annuum) powder

Low moisture foods like spices are known to be contaminated with pathogens, sun-dried chili pepper powder not left out. A study was conducted to determine the effect of gamma irradiation on the decontamination of sun-dried Legon-18 pepper powder and its impact on some quality parameters. Samples were obtained from a local farmer. Sterility tests was performed. Samples were inoculated with known cfu/g of L. monocytogenes, E. coli and S. Typhimurium. The inoculated samples were irradiated at 1,...