| Title: | Shelf-stable and Ready-to-eat foods Thermo-processed in Retort Pouches (both Vegetarian & Non-vegetarian foods) |
| Value Proposition: | The pouch/tray with its thin cross-sectional profile compared to can requires about 25-50% less process time. |
| Summary Application: | Singles’ house-holds, on-the-run professionals, double income families and harried housewives form an instant market for these products, especially in the metros. Besides, there are huge export markets waiting to be tapped |
| Advantages: | They are shelf stable, without any added preservatives. The rates of destruction of sensory and nutritional factors being greater than that of microorganisms at lower temperatures, quick heat penetration in pouches/trays helps in better quality retention. Because of the shorter process times, many of the delicate Indian dishes can be processed without losing colour, flavour and texture. |
| Commercialization Status: | Already Commercialised |
| Tech. Readiness Level: |