Microbial Dynamics during Barley Tempeh Fermentation

摘要

Tempeh is a traditional staple food in Indonesia mainly made from soybeans. Barley tempeh has been developed by adapting the soybean tempeh process. During soybean tempeh fermentation, the filamentous fungus Rhizopus oligosporus is dominant. However, other fungi and bacteria also occur, which may influence tempeh quality or even constitute a health risk. Introduction of food-grade lactic acid bacteria (LAB) and yeasts to tempeh fermentation may enhance tempeh nutritional and hygienic quality. The abilities of LAB and yeasts to grow together with R. oligosporus during barley tempeh fermentation and their possible effects on tempeh quality were studied.