i. Definition
Reconstituted milk refers to milk prepared by dispersing whole milk powder in water (approximately in the proportion of 1 part powder to 7-8 parts water). During the lean season, reconstituted milk is the main source of milk supply in cities.
ii. Advantages
- It helps in making up the shortage of fresh milk supplies.
- It is used by the military forces
iii. Preparation
The calculated amount of potable water is received in pasteurization tank equipped with agitator. The water, is heated to 38-43oC and then calculated amount of spray dried whole milk is slowly added at the point of agitation. The mixture is thoroughly mixed, filtered and pasteurized at 63oC/30 min. and promptly cooled to 5oC or below until distribution. Detailed flow diagram of the process is given below:
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