Effects of steaming with enzyme-assisted pretreatments on the physicochemical properties, phytochemical compounds, and antioxidant activities of Carica papaya juice

The pectin in papaya fruits complicates juice extraction due to its viscous nature. Steam treatment has the potential to aid extraction by disrupting cellular membranes. However, heat treatment used in the processing of papaya juice has a substantial impact on the quality of the resultant juice. This study aimed to determine the effects of steaming with enzyme-assisted pretreatments on the physicochemical properties, phytochemical compounds, and antioxidant activities of papaya juice. Papaya...