CHARACTERISTIC FEATURES OF THE PRODUCTION OF MEAT SEMI-FINISHED PRODUCTS

Abstract

The article notes the importance of semi-finished meat products as one of the main human food products. The volume of production of meat semi-finished products in Russia in 2019 is given. The classification of semi-finished meat products produced in Russia is presented. The main advantages and disadvantages of meat semi-finished products are noted. The structure of production of meat semi-finished products is considered, the largest share is frozen semi-finished products (27%). When choosing meat semi-finished products, the consumer makes a number of requirements, taking into account taste preferences. The main criteria for choosing meat semi-finished products are: the composition of the product and the date of manufacture. Studies of the impact on the quality of meat semi-finished products: raw materials, vegetable additives, fillers, baking powder, brines for syringing, preservatives.