In-depth profiling of the key odor-active compounds in commercially dried red and black goji berries
摘要
To get information on the aroma profiles of both commercial dried red goji berries (Lycium barbarum L.) and black goji berries (Lycium ruthenicum M.), key odor-active compounds in both commercial berries were elucidated. Sensory evaluation revealed similar but weaker aroma profiles in black goji berries. By applying solvent-assisted flavor evaporation, aroma fractionation, aroma extract dilution analysis, and gas chromatography analysis, 45 and 39 odor-active compounds were detected in red and black goji berries, respectively, compared to the authentic references. Acetic acid was the predominant odor-active compound in both berries. Most of the key odor-active compounds were the same in both berries, but their contents were significantly different (p < 0.05). Among these odor-active compounds, 11 compounds were first reported in goji berries. After aroma reconstitution, (E)-β-damascenone, (E)-2-nonenal, and (E,E)-2,4-nonadienal, etc. are verified as the key odor-active compounds in red goji berries and responsible for cooked apple-like, green, and fatty, etc. odors. While dried black goji berries displayed a distinct stronger fruity aroma. Most of the key odor-active compounds in both berries were lipid derivatives generated from carotenoids and fatty acids. The results can be applied to the food quality control of commercial goji products.