Iranian raisin
Iran is the third largest exporter of raisin in the world by exporting 92,000 tons (7% global Consumption) of raisins worth around 70 million dollars annually. There are different varieties of Iranian Raisins; Sultana Raisins, Golden Raisins, Black Raisins and Green Raisins. The advantage of Iranian Raisins is principally its price and different methods of processing, and that’s the reason why Iranian Raisins are amongst the finest raisins in the world.
Iranian raisins Dried raisins are reached grapes. Drying grape and producing raisin has a long history. Raisin is one of the strategic products of Iran. Fertile agriculture, high quality agricultural lands, the use of modern and organic technologies in Iranian raisins production has made it one of the largest exporters of raisins, and Iranian raisins now have a proper position in the world.
Raisins Benefits
Iranian Raisins are dried grapes, specifically dried, white-fleshed grapes. These grapes are initially green in skin color and darken as they dry, becoming a dense, dark-colored dried fruit containing small seeds and bursting with sweet flavor. Raisins are commonly produced in the U.S., Turkey, Iran, Greece and Australia.
Raisins are commonly eaten out of hand; mixed into foods like oatmeal, granola bars, and chutneys; and used in cakes, pies, and other baked goods. They’re often soaked in flavorful liquids before being used in baked goods, as they easily absorb liquid.
What is Raisin
Iranian raisins are an exceptional source of naturally occurring chemicals called phytonutrients, such as phenols and polyphenols. These types of nutrients are considered antioxidants. Studies have shown that raisins contain phytochemicals that could promote healthy teeth and gums. Phytochemicals present in raisins, including oleanolic acid, linoleic acid, and linolenic acid, fight the bacteria in your mouth that lead to cavities. In other words, eating raisins in place of sugary snack foods can actually keep your smile healthy.
One-half cup of raisins will give you 2.7 grams of fiber, or roughly 6 to 12 percent of your daily needs, depending on your age and gender.
Raisins are a good source of iron. One-half cup of raisins contains 1.4 milligrams of iron. That’s about 7 percent of the recommended daily amount for most adult females, and 17 percent for adult men.
Raisins have about 36 milligrams of calcium per 1/2-cup serving. This translates to about 5 percent of your daily needs.
5 top types of Persian raisins
Golden raisins
Sun-Made Golden Raisins grow in the most parts of Iran, so they are golden amber in color with a naturally sweet and fruity flavor. Seedless Golden raisins come from quality Thompson Seedless raisins that are treated with sulphur dioxide to retain their golden color. These sweet and chewy raisins are a delicious snack on their own, but can also be added to trail mixes, baked goods and granolas for an extra healthy snack.
Sultana Raisins
Sultana Raisins Sultana is made of the best seedless grapes. To reach the desire quality, all raisins are washed and sorted twice in each process and then dipped in edible oil and then dried. Iranian sultana raisins are available in two color light brown and dark brown and tend to be sweeter. Sultana raisins have a delicate and unique flavor.
Kashmary Raisins
Kashmary Raisins Kashmary raisins, also known as long raisins and produced from local type Persian raisins. This kind is famous for its special sweet and sour taste and its long length shape. Long raisin like golden raisins are made using sulfur fumigation process and shade dried so they are green in color. This type is popular for those who dislike the extreme sweеt flavor of other raisins types. Like other types, kashmar raisins are dry, coated with vegetable oil, stemmed, mechanically clean, laser and hand sorted then materials detected under extreme care of hygienic conditions and with legal and safety requirements and the customers special specifications.
Maviz (Jumbo) Raisins
Maviz Raisins Currants are dry, black, seedless grapes. Currants are an excellent source of antioxidants and polyphenol compounds (flavonoids, anthocyanins, proanthocyanidins, procyanidins, resveratrol) and it has a very high antioxidant content. The currants have some advantages over several other fruits because they are coming from black/deep blue grapes, which are considered as better phenolic source than white grape in antioxidants and anthocyanins. The drying of currants under low relative humidity and in moderate temperatures allows the preservation of antioxidants and vitamins of grapes when they are turned to currants.
Fakhri raisins
Fakhri raisins It is a type of raisin that is obtained from drying of Fakhri grape and has special advantages. The quality and taste of any raisin depends on its grape variety. Fakhri grape is one of the grape varieties whose seeds shape like oval and has full grapes. Due to the shape , it is a good grape for raisin. And it is also of high value.
Persian Raisin Raisins processing
The dried grapes are moved from the storage bins to the processing plant. Here they are emptied out onto a conveyor line and mechanically modified. The residual sand and other debris are first removed by running the raisins on a fine mesh screen while air is blown on them. Immature fruit is removed by suction devices. Next, the raisins are separated from the bunch stem by shaking. The cap stems on each raisin are removed by being passed through two rotating conical surfaces. If there are seeds in the raisins, they are mechanically removed. When all these processing steps are completed, the raisins are run through a series of mesh screens to sort them according to size.
At this point the raisins can be put into a variety of packaging. These range in size from small half ounce cardboard containers for individual consumption to 1,100 lb. (499.4 kg) containers for industrial use. Each package is run through metal detectors, in order to detect any unwanted metal particles, and then checked for the appropriate weight. They are packed onto trucks and shipped to customers. The whole process of receiving the raisins at the factory, processing them and putting them into packaging takes about 10 minutes.
Persian Raisins, Nutrition and Health
Raisins are the original candy-nature’s candy. They are one of the most nutritious dried fruits in the world. Raisins are cholesterol-free, low in sodium and totally fat-free. They provide many necessary vitamins and minerals, including iron, potassium, calcium and certain B vitamins. Raisins are a good source of fiber and rich in antioxidants. Raisins are 70% pure fructose (a natural form of sugar), which is easily digested for quick energy.