Using mature blood oranges (such as Taroko blood oranges, Moro blood oranges, etc.) as raw materials, their flesh, rich in anthocyanins, presents a unique red-purple color, with a rich and sweet and sour flavor and a fresh aroma, making them an excellent choice for making blood orange powder.
Manufacturing process
Pre-treatment: After washing the fresh blood oranges, remove the peel (in some processes, a small amount of peel is retained to increase dietary fiber, but the mainstream product mainly uses the pulp) and the pit, while keeping the pulp and juice.
Spray drying: After filtering the original juice of blood oranges, it is atomized and dried into powder at high temperature, retaining more water-soluble nutrients.
Freeze-drying technology: The flesh of blood oranges is sliced and then freeze-dried at low temperature under vacuum, which retains heat-sensitive components such as vitamins and anthocyanins to the greatest extent, and the flavor is closer to that of fresh blood oranges. Grinding and sieving: The dried blood orange products are ground into powder and then sieved to ensure that the powder is fine, uniform and free of large particles.
Appearance: High-quality blood orange powder is bright orange-red to purplish red (with slight variations due to anthocyanin content and drying methods), the powder is fine and loose, free of lumps or impurities, and has good fluidity.
Aroma and taste: It has the unique fresh fruity aroma of blood oranges, mixed with the sweet and sour scent of citrus, without any burnt, astringent or other off-flavors. The taste is well-balanced between sweet and sour, with a slightly higher acidity than that of ordinary sweet orange powder. It has a natural fruity aftertaste and a high degree of fidelity.
Blood orange powder retains the key nutrients of blood oranges, especially its unique antioxidant components:
Vitamin C: Rich in content (more retained through freeze-drying process), it is a powerful antioxidant that can enhance immunity and promote collagen synthesis.
Anthocyanin: The core component that distinguishes blood oranges from ordinary oranges, it belongs to the flavonoid antioxidant substances and has anti-inflammatory, cardiovascular protective and vision improving effects. This is also the reason why blood oranges have a red-purple color.
Flavonoids (such as hesperidin) : They help lower blood lipids and regulate blood pressure, and are beneficial to cardiovascular health.
Minerals: It contains potassium (for regulating electrolyte balance), calcium, magnesium, etc., among which the potassium content is particularly prominent in citrus fruits.
Dietary fiber: Retaining some pulp fiber helps promote intestinal peristalsis (the content varies by process; blood orange powder with the peel has a higher fiber content).
Powerful antioxidant: Vitamin C works in synergy with anthocyanins to eliminate free radicals, reduce oxidative damage, and delay aging. It is especially suitable for people who pay attention to skin health and anti-aging.
Cardiovascular protection: Anthocyanins and hesperidin work together to regulate blood lipids, improve vascular elasticity, and help reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases. Potassium also helps maintain normal blood pressure.
Immune enhancement: The high content of vitamin C stimulates the activity of immune cells and enhances the body's resistance, especially when the seasons change or one is fatigued, the effect is particularly obvious.
Natural Coloring and flavoring: Its bright colors make it a natural food colorant, and at the same time, its sweet and sour flavor can enhance the taste layers of beverages and desserts.
Beverage preparation: Directly brew with warm water or sparkling water to make a blood orange-flavored drink. Add it to milk tea, fruit tea, smoothie and sports drinks to enhance nutrition and flavor, and it is especially suitable for making beverages with high aesthetic standards.
Baking and desserts: It is used to make blood orange-flavored cakes, cookies, macarons, puddings, yogurt mousse, etc. It not only adds flavor but also gives the products a natural orange-red color, reducing the use of artificial colors.
Health supplements and functional foods: As raw materials added to vitamin supplements, antioxidant capsules, and meal replacement powders, they enhance the antioxidant and immune-regulating functions of the products.
Sauces and seasonings: Mix with honey and yogurt to make a seasoning sauce, or add it to salad dressings and jams to enhance the sweet and sour fruity aroma and increase the complexity of the flavor.
Storage method: It should be sealed and placed in a cool and dry place, avoiding direct sunlight (to prevent anthocyanin decomposition). After opening, it is recommended to store in the refrigerator to reduce oxidation and moisture absorption.
Dosage: It is recommended to consume 5-15 grams (approximately 1-3 tablespoons) per day. Excessive consumption may irritate the stomach and intestines due to high acidity, especially for those with excessive stomach acid, moderation is necessary.
Special groups: People allergic to citrus fruits should consume with caution. Blood orange powder has a relatively low sugar content (lower than that of lychee powder, etc.), but the total amount still needs to be controlled. Diabetic patients can consume it in moderation.
Quality identification: High-quality blood orange powder has a bright color (not dull or black), no lumps, and when brewed, the solution is clear with a rich fruity aroma. If there is a musty smell, bitter taste or abnormal color, it may be a spoiled or inferior product.
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