Effect of boiling and roasting on the physicochemical properties of Djansang seeds (Ricinodendron heudelotii)

Abstract

This study was aimed at determining the effect of boiling and roasting on physicochemical properties of Djansang seeds. Dried Djansang seeds were divided into three groups: one group was boiled for 5, 10, and 15 min; another group was traditionally roasted for 5, 10, and 15 min, and the last group was left unprocessed and served as the control. Polyphenols were extracted from the processed seeds using the maceration method, and their content and antioxidant activity were evaluated. Oils were extracted from the dried seeds by Maceration method, and the quality was analyzed by determining their peroxide value (PV), thiobarbituric acid value (TBA), iodine value (IV), and acid value (AV). The changes in proximate composition and mineral content of the processed samples were also evaluated using standard methods. Results showed that traditional roasting significantly decreases (p