Value-Added Food Innovations from Pea Pod By-Products: Culinary Applications and Nutritional Analysis explores the transformation of pea pods-often discarded as waste-into nutritious, functional foods. Rich in fiber, vitamins, minerals, and bioactive compounds, pea pods hold great potential for sustainable product development. This book provides a concise nutritional analysis, highlights functional properties, and demonstrates applications in traditional and modern food systems. Linking waste management with value addition, it promotes circular economy practices and sustainable food chains....

Pearl millet, often overshadowed by more popular grains, is a nutritional powerhouse, rich in fiber, iron, zinc, and antioxidants. Conversely, Jamun seeds, typically discarded as waste, contain valuable therapeutic properties, including polyphenols, flavonoids, and compounds that can help manage diabetes. By combining these two ingredients, we can explore new avenues for addressing hidden hunger, promoting functional foods, and reducing food waste. This book is the culmination of extensive research, experimentation, and scientific validation, tailored not only for academics but also for...