CODEX STAN 104-1981 Standard for Quick Frozen Leek
1. SCOPE
This standard shall apply to quick frozen leek of the species Allium porrum L. as defined below and offered for direct consumption without further processing, except for sizing or repacking, if required. It does not apply to the product when indicated as intended for further processing or for other industrial purposes.
2. DESCRIPTION
2.1 Product Definition
Quick frozen leek is the product prepared from fresh, clean, sound, edible parts of the leek plant conforming to the characteristics of the species Allium porrum L., and which have been trimmed, washed, possibly blanched to ensure adequate stability of colour and flavour during normal marketing cycles.
2.2 Process Definition
Quick frozen leek is the product subjected to a freezing process in appropriate equipment and complying with the conditions laid down hereafter. This freezing operation shall be carried out in such a way that the range of temperature of maximum crystallization is passed quickly. The quick freezing process shall not be regarded as complete unless and until the product has reached -18°C (0°F) at the thermal centre after thermal stabilization. The recognized practice of repacking quick frozen products under controlled conditions is permitted
