GOLDEN RAISIN (Kishmish)
Description
Golden raisins are sweet, light-colored dried grapes, often called sultanas, made from Thompson Seedless grapes treated with sulfur dioxide and mechanically dried to preserve their amber hue, juicy texture, and fruity flavor, making them plumper and brighter than dark, sun-dried raisins. They’re used in baking and snacking for their concentrated sweetness, fiber, and antioxidants, offering a tender bite and tangy taste.
Key characteristics:
- Color: Golden to light amber, thanks to sulfur dioxide treatment.
- Taste: Sweet, slightly tangy, and fruity.
- Texture: Plump, tender, and juicy.
- Production: Grapes are washed, treated with sulfur dioxide, then dried in controlled tunnels, unlike traditional sun-dried raisins which darken.
How they compare to regular raisins:
- Golden raisins (Sultanas): Lighter, juicier, often smaller, and treated with sulfur dioxide for color.
- Regular raisins (Sun-dried): Darker, often larger, and dried naturally in the sun, resulting in a chewier, sometimes drier texture.
Uses:
- Baking (cookies, cakes, breads).
- Snacking.
- Cooking and salads
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