Optimisation of total phenolic acids extraction from mandarin peels using microwave energy: The importance of the Maillard reaction

► Microwave extraction, robust and cost effective. ► A method of organic oils extraction from natural products using water as solvent. ► Optimum bio-available recovery from fruits and vegetables peels, without much degradation. ► Extreme extraction conditions leads progress of Maillard reactions. ► Maillard reaction; carcinogenic for human health.