The research of technological properties of sheep meat of Transbaikal breed

The article presents the research results of the technological properties of the Transbaikal mutton breeds compared with beef. The analysis of chemical composition of mutton revealed a greater content of connective tissue protein, which affects the properties of meat. The research results of technological properties showed that the values of water-holding and water-binding abilities are lower by about 10 % than the values of these indicators in beef. The force of a cut in mutton is higher in comparison with beef for 12%, and the limit tension of shift is 14% lower. The assessment of technological properties of raw materials proved the increased rigidity of the mutton, so the potential for its use in the production of meat products indicates the need for corrective measures to improve the functional properties of mutton.