Which of the following compounds form smoke contribute to smoky flavour meat?

LPT-0080

QUESTION

Which of the following compounds form smoke contribute to smoky flavour meat?

OPTIONS

(A) Phenol
(B) Alcohol
(C) Formaldehyde
(D) Caproic acid

ANSWER

(A) Phenol

EXPLANATION

Phenolic compounds in wood smoke are major contributors to the characteristic smoky aroma and flavour of smoked meat and also provide antioxidant effects. Alcohols, formaldehyde, and caproic acid are not the principal flavour contributors identified here. Hence, option (A) is correct.

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