Tuna and Garbanzo Tuna and Garbanzo Bean Patties Bean Patties Jaymee Wakamoto Jennifer Shido Tommy Miu University of Hawaii FHSN 381
Jan 02, 2016
Tuna and Garbanzo Tuna and Garbanzo Bean PattiesBean Patties Jaymee
WakamotoJennifer Shido
Tommy Miu
University of Hawaii
FHSN 381
Our PurposeTo develop an acceptable tuna
patty using garbanzo beans as a stuffer
Each patty (after cooking) must weigh at least 115 grams or ¼ pound
Tuna must make up at least 51% of the patty
Garbanzo BeansGarbanzo BeansCicer arietinumCicer arietinum
Also called chickpeas, bengal grams
Important food in Mediterranean countries, Asian countries, and Central America
80-90% of the world’s supply comes from India
Sold either dried or canned ◦no change of nutrient value
Nutrient Breakdown
Protein19% Carbs
59%
Fat6%Fiber
16%
Per 1 cup of beans = 269 kcals
Health Benefits Health Benefits Good source of fiber
◦1 serving has 8 grams of fiberHigh in Folate Excellent source of trace
minerals Good source of protein
½ cup cooked beans is 1 serving
2 – 3 servings Meat and Beans
Other Uses of Other Uses of Garbanzo BeansGarbanzo BeansHummus
◦blended with oilCurriesFalafels
◦mashed beansBeveragesFlour
Cooking Dried Garbanzo Beans
Inspect for blemishes
Soak for least 8 hours or overnight
2 methods:◦Boil for 1 ½ -2 hours ◦20-25 min in a
pressure cookerDo not overcook
Binders Binders
Chickpea Flour Cornstarch• Made from chickpeas• reduces oil absorption
• translucent color when mixed with water• improves tenderness and cooking yield
Final Recipe½ cup Garbanzo Beans, coarsely minced
¾ cup canned tuna, drained
2 tsp chickpea flour
2 tsp cornstarch + H2O
½ tsp onion powder
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp ground ginger
¼ tsp parsley flakes
¼ tsp paprika
¼ tsp salt
Pinch of black pepper
Tuna-Garbanzo Bean Fish Patty
Ingredients Cost
Dried Garbanzo Beans $0.23
albacore tuna (canned) $0.39
Chickpea flour Less than $0.01
Cornstarch Less than $0.01
Variety of spices Less than $0.01
Vegetable Oil $0.08
TOTAL $0.73
Cost per serving (1 patty)
Summary of Trials
Wet vs. Dry TunaPureed vs. Mashed BeansChickpea flour vs. CornstarchFood Processing vs. Hand-mixingFlavor using different spicesHeated Cornstarch vs. Guar Gum
First Patty Final Patty
Incorporating into your Lunch Tuna-Garbanzo Bean Patty on whole wheat bun
w/ lettuce, tomato and onions 1 small apple ¼ cup 1% cottage cheese 1 cup 100% OJ 1 cup water
SENSORY EVALUATION OF TUNA-GARBANZO PATTY
Ingredients: Tuna, garbanzo beans, chickpea flour, cornstarch, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, ground ginger, parsley, pa prika
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