Ripe fruits are dehydrated using novel drying methods to the optimum water activity so as to retain the fresh and natural flavours. The product has a shelf stability for one year under room temperature without any added preservatives, under vacuum package in standalone polyethylene bags.
The fruits are partially osmotic dehydrated in honey followed by dehydration at mild conditions. Dehydrated fruits without any additives, can be consumed as healthy snacks/dessert/ingredient for other preparations.
Health food market; export market for a variety of regional fruits with superior quality; Preservation of seasonal fruits; functional foods.
For further details contact: The director, National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology Telephone number : +91-471 – 2515226 / 2490324, Email : director@niist.res.in
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