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unusual facts about Maillard reaction


Pumpernickel

Traditional German Pumpernickel contains no coloring agents, instead relying on the Maillard reaction to produce its characteristic deep brown color, sweet, dark chocolate, coffee flavor, and earthy aroma.



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Erythrulose

During UV irradiation free radicals, mainly superoxide/hydroperoxyl (ROS/RNS) are produced, that can react with the ketoamines (Amadori products) and other intermediates of the Maillard reaction.