The functional properties of powdered soybean milks submitted previously a homogenization pressures of 3,000; 4,000; 5,000 and 6,000 psi were studied. It was observed an improvement of fat absorption, protein dispersibility index, nitrogen solubility index and emulsification properties with the increase of homogenization pressure up to 5,000 psi. The value of foaming properties were not relevant, although they were affected by different homogenization pressures. The powdered soybean milk previously subjected to homogenization at 5,000 psi, can be therefore recommended for using in meat, chocolate and confectionary products, beverages, soups and sauces.
functional properties; soybean; soymilk; homogenization pressure
