Banana Juice Extraction Process

Introduction

Banana is the most abundant fruit crop grown in India. Extraction of juice is an effective method of reducing post-harvest loss of the fruit. A novel lab-scale process has been developed at BARC for extraction of juice from banana and production of banana powder as a by-product. Clear juice with a yield of upto 55% (w/w) is obtained without addition of any enzymes and can be stored upto 3 months inside cold storage at temperatures below 40C without adding any preservatives. The residual pulp is converted into fine banana powder.

Applications of Banana Juice

• Being high on potassium and useful enzymes it can be used as a health drink.
• Can be used mixed with other fruit juices or drinks for additional flavor.
• Can be concentrated and used as Syrup in food industry

Applications of Banana Powder

• Can be used as a substitute for flour in cakes and biscuits,
• Can be used as a flavoring agent in milk.
• Can be a good high-fiber low-sugar food base for patients of diabetes

For further information please contact

Head,
Technology Transfer & Collaboration Division,
Bhabha Atomic Research Centre,
Trombay, Mumbai - 400 085
Tel : 091-022-25505337/25593897
Fax : 091-022-25505151
E-mail : headttcd@barc.gov.in