Dates Concentrate
Concentrate is really nothing more than juice that has been removed as much as possible from water (H2O) through the process of centrifugation. This action makes the volume of the obtained liquid, which is the concentrate, less than that of juice. Also, because of the higher concentration of the concentrate, it will not lose its quality when frozen. Instead, it will naturally last longer and have a more pleasant taste than is possible.
There are many recipes that use this delicious ingredient. In this blog post, we are trying to make you familiar with dates concentrate. Not only does it last longer and taste better, but dates concentrate can also be used in many unique recipes. In this blog post, we’ll show you how versatile it is and why it should be a staple in your kitchen.
About Date Concentrate
All stages of this fruit’s processing are done without the use of chemical fertilizers and poisons, making dates the most organic fruit in the world.
As a paste-like substance, date concentrate is obtained from dates, which are reduced in water to form a paste-like concentration widely used in food and industries. In a new and advanced method, date concentrate is extracted from date extract and preserved in the final product.
Depending on how much bleaching is done, dates nectar can be yellow or light brown in color.
It contains potassium, magnesium, and calcium, among other minerals found in dates. Since its potassium content is high, its consumption balances potassium and sodium in the body, reducing blood pressure optimally. Polyphenols are natural pigments that make it a powerful anti-cancer and antioxidant.
Date concentrate, like liquid date sugar, contains natural fruit sugars, namely fructose and glucose, but not sucrose. There are no additives, preservatives, or chemicals in it. It absorbs moisture and keeps sweets, cakes, and cookies fresh. In addition, it is highly soluble in liquids.
Since date concentrate has similar properties and characteristics to date liquid sugar, it can be used both domestically and industrially.
In dates concentrate, all of the properties of dates are preserved. Unlike other traditional methods that require heating, a special extraction method purifies insoluble and semi-soluble substances during the clarification and filtering stages without adding preservatives. Due to this, dates are filled with vitamins, minerals, pigments, and antioxidants that are beneficial.
What is date concentrate, and how does it work in the food industry?
Dates concentrate is a thick, sweet syrup made from dates. It is commonly used as a sweetener and flavor enhancer in food and beverage products. To make dates concentrate, dates are cooked in water, then pureed and strained to remove the solids.
The resulting syrup is then boiled until it thickens and has a syrupy consistency. The syrup is then cooled and bottled, and is ready to be used in a variety of recipes, such as baked goods, sauces, and desserts. It can also be used to sweeten hot and cold beverages.
Dates concentrate is a healthier alternative to sugar, as it contains much lower levels of fructose and glucose. It is also a rich source of dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Dates concentrate also has antioxidant properties, which can help to reduce inflammation and improve overall health.
It has a long shelf life and can be stored in a cool, dry place. The boiling process helps to break down the sugars in the dates and concentrate them into a thick syrup, making it easier to use in recipes. Also, boiling the syrup helps to preserve it, allowing it to have a longer shelf life.
Benefits of dates concentrate
Dates concentrate is a great source of dietary fiber, which helps promote healthy digestion, regulate blood sugar levels, and reduce the risk of heart disease. It is also a good source of vitamins A, B and E, as well as minerals such as calcium, manganese, potassium, and magnesium.
Additionally, dates concentrate is a natural sweetener, and can be used as a substitute for sugar in many recipes. Dates concentrate is a healthy alternative to sugar and can be used to sweeten beverages and desserts. It also has anti-inflammatory properties and can help boost the immune system.
Vitamins A, B and E are essential nutrients that the body needs to function. Minerals such as calcium, manganese, potassium, and magnesium are also important for bone health, muscle function, and energy production.
Additionally, dates concentrate is a natural sweetener that can be used instead of sugar, and it has anti-inflammatory properties which can help reduce inflammation and promote overall health. Furthermore, its antioxidants help protect the body from free radical damage, further promoting healthy cell growth and development.
Usages
There are many applications for this product in the food industry, including:
Dairy industry (production of date milk, flavored yogurt, date cream, cocoa milk, coffee milk, etc.)
Beverage industries (production of malt beer – carbonated soft drinks: zero and light – energy drinks – types of syrups and fruit juices, etc.)
In the flour and bread industry, it is used to make sweets, chocolates, biscuits, industrial breads, cakes, and cookies.
Finally, this product is used as a natural and useful alternative in all food industries that require sweeteners (white sugar and synthetic sweeteners such as aspartame and saccharin). The date liquid sugar and date concentrate are used in conjunction with fruit juices to remove the sugar, and date concentrate has a much greater sweetening power than sugar, making this product both natural and healthy, as well as economically advantageous because of its combination with fruit concentrate. It also reduces the cost of final products.
The side products produced from liquid date sugar and date concentrate include fruit syrups (70% of the ingredients are liquid date sugar and date concentrate, and all the benefits of using liquid date sugar are retained in these products). In addition, for the first time, liquid and ready-made cappuccinos in various flavors, including cocoa-hazelnut-caramel-coffee cappuccinos, have been produced.
Date concentrate, like liquid date sugar, contains natural fruit sugars, i.e., fructose and glucose, and does not include sucrose. It is completely natural and organic and does not contain any additives, preservatives or chemicals, and its glycemic index is low. It absorbs moisture and gives softness and freshness to sweets, cakes, and cookies. Likewise, it has very high solubility in liquids, even at low temperatures.
Date concentrate, like date liquid sugar, is used for both domestic and general purposes, as well as industrial purposes, due to its properties and characteristics.
1- Household and general uses
Due to its nutritional value and medicinal properties, date concentrate may be used alone or as a healthy food supplement in conjunction with dairy products, desserts, ice cream, sweets, sauces, and seasonings.
In addition to regulating blood pressure, providing potassium, magnesium, calcium, and iron to the body, this product provides strong anti-cancer properties due to its antioxidant content, as well as intellectual and physical energy for children, athletes, and the elderly.
2- Industrial uses
As a result of its naturalness, fruit properties, and high formalin index, even higher than that of apple and grape concentrates, date concentrate is a great substitute for apple and grape concentrate, according to price and shelf life. It is much more economical to use without the need to store it in a refrigerator or in aseptic packaging.
As a supplement to all kinds of dairy products and ice cream with date flavor
In the production of all kinds of soft drinks, fruit juices and syrups with date flavor
FAQ
Questions about Dates Concentrate
How can I choose the best Iranian date?
Iranian dates have different shapes and colors. There are dried, semi-dried and moist dates in Iran and are usually found in round or oval shapes and black, brown, and golden colors. You can read the specifications of each product on Royal Dates Website and compare the dates.
To what countries can you ship Iranian dates?
ROYAL Dates Company exports Iranian dates all over the world. Countries bordering the Persian Gulf and Asian countries are the main importers of Iranian dates.
What is the best kind of Iranian date for import?
All the products introduced by ROYAL Dates website are the most exported products but Mazafati dates and Piarom dates have the largest amount of export from Iran.