Liquid shortening as the name implies, has both liquid and shortening properties. It can be used directly in the continuous production line for cake or bread. Liquid shortening is mainly made from liquid oil with a small amount of emulsifier and carotene. This is used in the manufacturing of moon cake crust. Most liquid shortenings in the Chinese market are made of soyabean oil because of its liquid form. MPOB has successfully developed liquid shortening using palm super olein

Main Researcher: Niu Yueting