Affiliation:
1. Department of Agraria, Mediterranea University of Reggio Calabria, 89122 Reggio Calabria, Italy
2. Department of Bioscience and Technology for Food, Agriculture and Environment, University of Teramo, 64100 Teramo, Italy
Abstract
This contribution aims to review the presence and the potential double role—positive or beneficial and negative or harmful—of fungi in fermented sausages as well as their use as starter cultures. Traditionally, studies have been focused on lactic acid bacteria; however, over the years, interest in the study of fungi has increased. The important contribution of yeasts and filamentous fungi to the quality and safety of fermented sausages has emerged from reviewing the literature regarding these fermented products. In conclusion, this review contributes to the existing literature by considering the double role of filamentous fungi and yeasts, the global fermented sausage market size, the role and use of starters, and the starters mainly present in the worldwide market, as well as the main factors to take into account to optimize production. Finally, some suggestions for future broadening of the sector are discussed.
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