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Journal : Pro Food

Karakterisasi Ekstrak Kulit Buah Naga (Hylocereus Sp.) dengan Variasi Konsentrasi Asam Tartarat Sebagai Pewarna Alami Makanan Fernando, Fernando; Talitha, Zada Agna; Kurniawan, Rahmat
Pro Food Vol. 11 No. 2 (2025): Pro Food (Jurnal Ilmu dan Teknologi Pangan)
Publisher : Fakultas Teknologi Pangan dan Agroindustri, Universitas Mataram

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29303/profood.v11i2.564

Abstract

Food colorant plays a vital role in the food industry by enhancing visual appeal and shaping consumer perception of product quality. Synthetic food dyes, though commonly used, have been linked to various health concerns such as allergies, hyperactivity in children, and potential carcinogenic risks when consumed above the Acceptable Daily Intake (ADI). Therefore, natural and safe alternatives are needed. This study investigates the potential use of red dragon fruit (Hylocereus sp.) peel extract as a natural food colorant and antioxidant source, using maceration extraction with varying concentrations of tartaric acid (0%, 2%, 4%, 6%, and 8%). Parameters evaluated include physical properties (yield and color intensity), chemical characteristics (pH and total anthocyanins), antioxidant activity, and food processing simulations (thermal stability, pH effects on color, and solvent solubility). The results showed that 4% tartaric acid yielded the highest extraction output, color intensity (absorbance 2.774), highest total anthocyanin, and antioxidant activity (84.06%), with optimal color stability at temperatures up to 40°C and at pH 3. The extract showed excellent solubility in water (97.41%) and 15% ethanol (96.40%), while being insoluble in oil. These results indicate that red dragon fruit peel extract has great potential as a natural dye that not only provides an attractive red color but also functions as a natural antioxidant that is safe and stable under various food processing conditions.
Co-Authors Achmad, Mansyur Adawiyah, Rodiatun Agustianto Agustianto, Agustianto Alamsyah, Muhammad Rafli Apsiswanto, Untoro Ari Anggarani Winadi Prasetyoning Tyas Aries Susanty Chaesa, Linus Ardel Christien, Intan Chuadra, Wiriya Dharma Damaiyana, Tahnia Darius Andana Haris Dian Handayani Djunaid, Ika Suryono Effendy, Febry Evelyne Riandini Fanny, Dea Felicia Felicia Fernandes Simangunsong, Fernandes Graciela, Michelle Hamonangan Siallagan Hartati, Ery Hesniati, Hesniati Inayah, Nifaila Najwa Inti Suryani, Eny Ivander, Willy Jeremia, Andre Jessen, Jessen Jessica Jessica Jessinta, Jessinta Jontro Simanjuntak, Jontro Khoiri, M Koo, Felicia Kwekdinata, Winson Lauvender, Felix Tommy Lim, Carlene Lina, Juliana M Ezar Al Rivan Marally, Rubby Maria Merry Marianti Mega, Mega meriani, meriani Mochtar Sibi Mohammad Riza Sutjipto Monica Monica, Monica Muntu, Cindy Keziea Nadia Nadia Nainggolan, Josri Nasution, Masdalena Nealson, Nealson Nurwijayanti Octovia, Eviana Okta Jaya Harmaja Oktaviani, Ayu Sri Putri, Novelia Talita Rabiah, Arbi Siti Rahman, Maria Puteri Rahmat Kurniawan Rahmawati, Reza Raihan, Muhammad Rikky, Rikky Rita Rita, Rita Rizka Nugraha Praktikna Rizqia, Yusri Nela Rosetia, Amanda Rossalina, Emilia Safira, Putri Sinta Saputra, Hansen Saragih, Joy Zaman Felix Siburian, Sopian Od Silaban, Jesica Silvia Silvia Sitorus, Rolib Sugandi, Febri Sumarlie, Aurellia Clearesta Surya, Irsan Talitha, Zada Agna Tambunan, Charlie Luckyano Tisano Tj. Arsjad Tunjung, Herlin Valentine, Ivo Vincent, Roy Vivien, Vivien Wijaya, Gavin Timberlake Wilim, Anastasia Winardy, Jeffri Yingfanie, Melissa Yonnawati, Yonnawati Yudi Rusfiana