Turkish Dried Apricots are known for their rich taste, numerous health benefits, and diverse use in a variety of different food preparations. Among them, sun-dried apricots are particularly interesting due to their unique production process and the benefits they provide. This blog will take a look at how sun-dried apricots are made, their benefits, and how they differ from other types of dried apricots.
To procure the highest quality Turkish Dried Apricots , the growing conditions ought to be perfect. Malatya City, found in the south-west part of the Mediterranean, is the ideal place apricot cultivation. With an estimated 13 million apricot trees, Malatya is second only to Turkey as the leading producer of dried apricots in the world. The unique quality of the apricots from Malatya is linked with those particular growing conditions and the careful selection of the harvested fruit
Harvesting: Sun-dried apricots get their start with the first handpicking of ripe apricots which is done very carefully. Only the fixers are used to discard the low-quality ones and get the best out of the batch.
Sorting and Cleaning: After picking the apricots are sorted to get rid of damaged or rotten ones. Then they are washed thoroughly to get rid of dirt and dust.
Drying Process: Now the apricots have been cleaned and they will be put on drying trays or sheets where the sun will shine on them. This process usually lasts several days when the sun in the Mediterranean allows the apricots to be naturally dried. The natural drying process not only helps these fruits maintain their nutritional value but also intensifies their taste.
| Criteria | Extra | Class 1 | Class 2 | Industrial |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dirty berries % | 4 | 6 | 12 | 15 |
| Undeveloped berry % | 1 | 2 | 4 | 8 |
| Spotted berry % | 3 | 4 | 6 | 10 |
| Hail marks/Sunburn % | 3 | 5 | 10 | 12 |
| Discolored / White spots % | 2 | 4 | 8 | 12 |
| Damage/Cut damage % | 4 | 6 | 12 | 20 |
| Wormy berries % | 0 | 1 | 4 | 8 |
| Mouldy berries % | 0 | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| Fermented/deteriorated % | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 |
| Alive worm insect pcs/box | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Pit/ Pit fragment pcs/box | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Foreign material pcs/box | ||||
| Dangerous (metal, glass, etc.) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Characteristic (EVM) | 1 | 2 | 6 | 10 |
| Embedded stone pcs/box | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
| Free stone pcs/box | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Sizes | Count per Kg. | Diameter |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | up to 100 | 36mm or larger |
| 2 | 101 - 120 | 32mm or 36mm |
| 3 | 121 - 140 | 29mm or 36mm |
| 4 | 141 - 160 | 26mm or 32mm |
| 5 | 161 - 180 | 24mm or 29mm |
| 6 | 181 - 200 | 24mm or 26mm |
| 7 | 201 - 220 | 21mm or 26mm |
| 8 | 221 and over | 20mm or less |
Quality Control: It is checked regularly while drying the line to determine that they are evenly drying and have not gone bad.
Packaging: Finally,They are packed in containers that are airtight so that their freshness and flavor are kept until they are received by the consumers.
Sun-dried apricots and dried apricots may have the same name, but the methods and the results of the processing are quite different
Drying Method: Sun-dried apricots are dried naturally under the sun while regular dried apricots use sulfur dioxide and artificial drying methods to speed up the process and maintain color.
Nutritional Content: It has been dried in the sun, are organic, and lack sulfur, retain more of their natural nutrients while containing the necessary fiber, potassium, and vitamins A and C. Thus, they are a far better choice from a health point of view.
Flavor and Texture: Turkish Dried Apricots - through the natural drying process - become so much sweeter and they even have a more chewy-like texture compared to their fresh counterparts. Normally dried apricots, which have been treated with sulfur and dried artificially, may differ slightly in taste and texture from regular
Health Benefits: Contents of sulfur in apricots produced by the sun-dried method in nature are the main reason why they are so desirable for healthy living. Eating sun-dried apricots on a daily basis can lead to a healthy heart, a strong immune system, and a well-functioning digestive system.
Quality is the basis of online work presented by Malatya Apricot. From the careful selection of apricot varieties to the systematic drying process, we ensure that every product meets our high standards. The honesty and confidence in our word of honor is mirrored in the authenticity and quality of the dried apricots that we offer to our dear customers.For more informations please kindly get contact with us , Contact US
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