Composição físico-química de piracuí produzido em Prainha, Pará

Abstract

The aim of this work was to characterize the physicochemical composition of the piracuí from Prainha-PA city, measuring the centesimal components: moisture, ashes and proteins, making use of the methodologies recommended by the Adolfo Lutz Institute. Fish´s flour samples were collected, produced by local producers in the city of Prainha, state of Pará. After production, the samples were packed in airtight plastic packaging, transported to the Animal Products Technology Laboratory - LTPOA, in Santarém, and stored in a freezer at 18 ° C until the analyzes, made in triplicate. The results were analyzed using data tabulation and descriptive statistics to calculate mean and standard deviation. Piracuí presented protein contents of about 72%, 8,7% of ash, and moisture content of 13%. The results of the present work indicate that piracuí is a source of protein and minerals for human consumption.