Evaluation of Kithul Treacle as a Potential Substrate to Grow Monascus purpureus in Preparation of Monascus-fermented Black Tea

Abstract

Monascus purpureus is a valuable fungal strain that produces different bioactive pigments, and it is being used to produce a variety of food products. The secondary metabolites synthesized by purpureus are used as colorants for culinary purposes, food supplements, preservatives, and traditional medicine. ...