Yacare caiman (Caiman yacare) trim hamburger and sausage subjected to different smoking techniques.

Background: Caiman, as well as having skin that, after tanning, produces leather of high added value, exceptional quality and good market value, also possesses a meat with a remarkably smooth taste and appearance. This study aimed to characterize hamburger and sausages made from Yacare caiman (Caiman yacare) meat trim.

Results: Hot smoked products contained less moisture than the unsmoked products.