FEASIBILITY OF COLOCASIA ESCULENTA AS AN ALTERNATIVE FLOUR

Chapter 1

Introduction

Background of the Study

The study aims to make alternative flour out of
Colocasia esculenta corms.
Colocasia esculenta is found naturally and cultivated in the Philippines. All parts of this plant is edible. The starchy corms are good source of fiber, vitamins B, C and E, potassium, magnesium, and folate. Its easy digestibility makes it a great nutritional supplement for weight gain needs in cancer-cachexia, AIDS, pancretititis and a miscellany of weight-loss conditions.

Statement of the Problem

The researchers would like to find out if Taro Corms can be substituted as flour. Specifically, they would like to determine if there are significant differences between the Taro Corm flour and flour in: Taste Nutritional value Economic value

1. 2. 3.

Scope and Limitation

The research will be conducted in Cainta, Rizal, particularly on Francisco P. Felix Memorial National High School.

Significance
The study aims to make alternative flour out

Chapter III

Methodology

The materials used in the research are Taro Corms, tap water, presence of sunlight, grinder, chipper and knife. Taro corms should be properly cleaned to remove sand, dust, leaves and other contaminants. Taro corms should be washed with tap water. Large tubers are cut to fit into the chipper. The extruded chips are assured to fall into the catch nets of the chipper. The extruded chips were placed on a drying rack and sundry for two days. After two days, chips that are brittle are already dry.

The researchers grind the dried using an 80 mesh sieve.