Method of and System For Surface Pasteurization or Sterilization of Low-Moisture Particulate Foods

摘要

A method of and a system for surface pasteurizing or sterilizing low-moisture particulate foods, such as nuts, oats, and spices, is disclosed wherein the foods are pre-heated, pasteurized or sterilized in a gas, optionally dried, and cooled. The gas pasteurizing or sterilizing the foods contains water vapor and one or more further gasses, preferably air.

主权项

1. A method of surface pasteurizing or sterilizing low-moisture particulate foods, comprising:
pre-heating the foods; pasteurizing or sterilizing the foods with gas comprising water vapor and one or more further gasses, and wherein the foods are heated to a temperature higher than the condensation temperature of the water vapor in the gas; and cooling the foods.