摘要 |
PURPOSE:To improve the dispersibility, solubility, etc. in cold water without deteriorating flavor, safety, etc., by blending sterol (derivative) with an instant powder composition containing lecithin used as an emulsifying agent. CONSTITUTION:An instant powder, e.g. coffee, cocoa, soup, etc., is produced. In the process, lecithin and sterol or a derivative thereof are used together as an emulsifying agent and contained to give the titled instant powder composition. Cholesterol, sitosterol, ergosterol, etc., may be used as the sterol and vegetable sterol, e.g. soybean sterol, is preferably used from the viewpoint of safety, price, quality, etc. Since too much sterol added inhibits the function of the lecithin and sufficient effect is not obtained, the amount thereof is preferably <=5% based on the lecithin.
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