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A process to obtain a sweet syrup from baobab fruit pulp by maceration and mild heating.
Origin: Southern African peoples (Traditional and contemporary culinary practices) — Madagascar, Mozambique, and other Southern African regions
See full technique reference →The extraction relies on aqueous maceration at 20–25 °C to solubilize glucose and fructose from the pulp matrix. Mild heating (60–70 °C) increases solubility but must be controlled to avoid caramelization and Maillard reactions that produce off‑flavors. Subsequent fermentation at 30–35 °C converts residual sugars to lactic acid, reducing sweetness and enhancing preservative properties.
Primary Reaction
Solubilization of glucose and fructose from baobab pulp
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