Buying and selling dried peaches
Dried peaches are one of the most popular dried fruits that can be consumed as a suitable snack to satisfy hunger and meet the needs of the body.
There are important factors that affect the wholesale purchase and sale of dried peaches, which we discuss in detail in this article.
Peach knowledge
Peach contains many antioxidants and is one of the most nutritious fruits.
This fruit is seen with yellow and sometimes red skin color. Peaches and nectarines are from the same family; The difference between them is in their skin. Peach skin is fluffy and velvety and nectarine skin is smooth.
The peach tree grew for the first time in China in the 5th century, and after some time, this tree was brought to Iran through the Silk Road.
Peaches are divided into several categories based on the shape and type of flesh, such as Anjiri, Balkhi and Hollandari peaches (very similar to apricots).
When the peach is ripe, it feels soft when pressed.
Considering that the peaches continue to ripen after being picked, you can put the peaches that are a little hard outside for three to four days to ripen
Nutrients of dried peaches
Peaches contain many minerals, vitamins and plant compounds such as antioxidants. The plant antioxidants in peach increase the body’s resistance to diseases and prevent premature aging.
According to the latest research conducted by scientists on a 100 gram peach, the following results have been obtained:
382 grams of calories
67 grams of sugar
98 grams of carbohydrates
13 grams of fiber
1 gram of fat
6 grams of protein
In addition to the above, fresh and dried peaches are rich in vitamins (A, C, K, E), fiber and minerals such as copper, manganese, potassium, niacin, phosphorus, iron and manganese
Properties of dried peaches
Fresh and dry fruits have many benefits for the body. Dried peaches are one of the most beneficial fruits for the health of the body. The most important properties of dried peaches can be mentioned as follows:
Helping easy digestion and relieving constipation
Maintaining skin moisture and increasing skin health
Strengthen and increase hair growth
Prevention of cancer
Reduces sugar and blood pressure
Help with heart health
Eliminate anemia and allergic symptoms
Strengthen the immune system
Slimming and weight loss
How to dry peaches
Peaches can be dried in three different ways
Dried peaches
Drying peaches at home
First, we wash the peaches well and cut them with a sharp knife. You must make sure that the diameter of the slices is not too thin; Because very thin slices become brittle and become chips after drying.
In the next step, we put the peach slices on the bottom of a tray with a distance and put a net on it. You will get the desired result after four or five days.
Note that every day the peach slices should be turned back and forth so that they dry evenly.
If the peach slices are in direct contact with the air, some of them may turn black; to solve this problem, a little fresh apple juice should be poured on the slices
Drying with an oven
After covering the oven tray with oil paper, place the halved peaches in the tray with space.
To dry with this method, the temperature of the oven should be at the lowest level (50 degrees).
After 4 to 8 hours, your dried peaches will be ready
During this time, turn the peaches regularly; Be careful not to dry them too much
Drying peaches with a dryer
First, we wash the peaches well and cut them in half. In the next step, we place the halved peaches on the drying tray with a distance to put them in the machine.
To dry peaches with a dryer, we must set the temperature to fruit mode or 57 degrees Celsius.
The time required to dry peaches in this way is 24 to 48 hours.
Check the peaches every 7-8 hours so they don’t get too dry
Storage and packing conditions for dried peaches
In order for dried fruits to keep their freshness, you should store them at a low temperature in the refrigerator.
Pay attention to this point that you should not put the dried fruit in a cold environment with a temperature of less than 4 degrees Celsius; Doing this causes the loss of vitamins in the dried fruit and reduces its quality.
Fruits should also be dried well; the presence of a small amount of moisture can cause mold and insect infestation.
The best containers for storing dried peaches are plastic containers with lids, plastic freezer bags and vacuum packaging. Of course, glass or wooden containers can also be used for a short period of time
