Prevalence, Identification and Mycotoxigenic Potential of Fungi in Common Spices Used in Local Malaysian Cuisines
Spices are widely used in various cuisines in Malaysia here to enhance the flavour and aroma.However, spices are susceptible to fungal infection, leading to mycotoxin contamination if the storage conditions are favourable for fungal growth.Thus, this study aimed to identify fungal species in spices commonly used in local Malaysian cuisines and dete