Drying: Dried Lemons and Oranges

DRYING

Food drying is a method of food preservation in which food is dried or dehydrated. Drying inhibits the growth of bacteria, yeasts, and mold through the removal of water. Water is traditionally removed through evaporation by using methods such as air drying, sun drying, smoking or wind drying, although today electric food dehydrators can be used to speed the drying process and ensure more consistent results. You may dry meat, fruit, or even vegetables.

INGREDIENTS AND MATERIALS

PROCEDURE

ORANGES AND LEMONS

An orange is a fruit of various citrus species originated in a region encompassing Southern China, Northeast India, and Myanmar. Orange trees were found to be the most cultivated fruit tree in the world. They are widely grown in tropical and subtropical climates for their sweet fruit. Oranges can be eaten fresh, or processed for its juice or fragrant peel.

The lemon is a species of small evergreen trees found in Asia, mostly in Northeast India, Northern Myanmar or China. Lemons are used for culinary and non-culinary purposes throughout the world, primarily for its juice, which has both culinary and cleaning uses. Its pulp and skin are also used in cooking and baking. The sour taste of lemon juice makes it a key ingredient in drinks and foods such as lemonade and lemon meringue pie. Lemons are thought to have first grown in Assam in India, northern Burma or China.

BENEFITS OF DRIED LEMONS AND ORANGES

Lemons are an excellent source of vitamin C. These nutrients can help prevent disease and promote good health. Lemons are used as a garnish on drinks and beverages. They add flavor to water, are used to make drinks such as lemonade, limeade, or orangeade, infuses a citrus flavor into tea, and are used in seasoning mixes. Dried lemon slices contain vitamin C and fiber, very little fat and protein, and several other beneficial plant components, they may support heart health, Dried oranges help control weight, help prevent kidney stones, protects against anemia, they help reduce the risk of cancers, they improve digestive health, they promote hydration, and they can lower stroke risk

The dried oranges turn into tangy, delicious snacks. You can also use them as a garnish for cocktails and tea. You can use the orange peels to augment the aroma of many dishes. Store them properly, and you can use them for months and even years. With oranges, you can flavor water and tea, You can use them as snacks with no chocolate, You can garnish desserts, cocktails, or platters and give them a fantastic taste, and You can use dry oranges for Christmas decorations, wall hangings, or in potpourri. Dried oranges helps prevent any skin damage, controls the level of blood sugar, lowers chances of developing cancer, lowers cholesterol levels, helps to keep a check on blood pressure, and it is good for eye health.