PROCESS FOR THE PRODUCTION OF A STABLE WAX-LIKE AMYLACEOUS PRODUCT AND THE PRODUCT OBTAINED

摘要

The invention provides a process for stabilizing a native waxy amylaceous product containing at least 95% by weight of amylopectin based on the total weight of dry product, which comprises providing an aqueous suspension containing 5-30% by weight of the amylaceous product, heat treating the suspension at a temperature of 65-75.degree.C in order to form a gelatinized amylaceous product and forming a hydrolysed product by subjecting the gelatinized product to hydrolysis with a pure .beta.-amylase so as to obtain a degree of hydrolysis of between 5% and 20%. The stable native waxy amylaceous product so produced is suitable for use in food products and provides improved texture and stability during storage.