In the past, when the fruit ripened and fell from the tree on the ground, they were dried by the sun’s rays, and the people of that place, after eating the dried fruits that fell on the ground, realized that the dried fruits are also edible. Dried figs, raisins and dried dates are among the first dried fruits in history, which were one of the main parts of human food even thousands of years before Christ. For example, in ancient civilizations such as the Egyptians and Mesopotamia, the method of drying includes drying fruits on roofs or in open fields, which is still common in many parts of Iran, and with the passage of time and the advancement of drying techniques It got more complicated.
There are different methods for drying fruit, the most common drying method is to put the fruit in the sun. This is followed by oven drying, which is a quick method that involves placing the fruit in a low-temperature dryer to slowly remove moisture.
Dried fruit has a very long shelf life due to the removal of moisture.
Nutrient preservation: Drying the fruit preserves the nutrients in it. Vitamins, minerals and antioxidants in fruits are preserved in the drying process, and you can take advantage of their nutritional properties and easily consume dried fruits where access to fresh fruits is limited.
Easy to transport: Dried fruits have a smaller volume than fresh fruits due to the removal of moisture. This makes them more portable and you can easily take them with you on trips out of the house, at work, or on long drives.
A healthy and delicious supplement: Dried fruit is used as a healthy and delicious supplement instead of unhealthy and high-fat snacks such as chips and sweets. They contain antioxidants and fiber that support heart, digestive, and immune system health.
Variety of flavors: Dried fruits are available in various types and flavors. You can choose between sweet, sour and sweet dry fruits and indulge in your favorite taste.
