4 ways to dry strawberries at home in an attractive red color
The method for drying strawberries in the oven, microwave and sun is very simple. Red and beautiful dried strawberries need to know a series of tricks that have been mentioned in this article.
Housekeeping star Strawberries are among the foods with a low glycemic index and high fiber content, which helps regulate and keep your blood sugar stable. If you are looking to dry strawberries at home and want to get beautiful red strawberry flakes, read the secret to drying strawberries in this article. Methods for drying strawberries:
1. Dry the strawberries in the sun
To make strawberry chips using the sun, you need to choose a day when the weather is perfectly clear and sunny. (at least for 3 days)
Cut the strawberries into 3 mm thick slices and place them on a lightly greased tray.
Then place the strawberry tray in direct sunlight and during the day, try to orient the tray directly under the light by moving shade and sunlight.
Bring the tray indoors at night so the cold air doesn't cause moisture to return to the strawberries.
Also, turn the strawberry chips every day so they don't stick to the plate.
After 2-3 days, strawberry chips are ready. (If some of them dry out too early during this time, separate them from the rest and don't wait for them all to dry together.)
Store it in a clean, dry container.
2. How to dry strawberries in the oven
In this method, you will get dried strawberries within 4-5 hours.
To do this, first take the strawberry tail and cut it evenly.
Spread oil paper on the bottom of the oven tray and arrange strawberry slices on the tray.
Then heat the oven to a temperature of 60 to 80 degrees and leave the door open for 3-4 cm so that the evaporated moisture comes out.
The strawberry tray is placed in the oven until the strawberries dry and hold together. (This work takes about 3-4 hours).
Do not increase the temperature. This will make the strawberries darker.
When the strawberries lose water, put them on a dry tray and place them in the kitchen environment for 24 hours.
Then collect them and store them in a dry glass jar in a sealed bag.
3. How to dry strawberries in the microwave
The correct way to dry fruit in the microwave is to use the defrost mode.
Arrange strawberry slices on a clean, dry microwave plate, spaced apart. (Or use a silicone sheet for a microwave oven.)
After 30 to 40 minutes, the strawberry chips will become dry and leathery, at this point, remove them from the microwave and keep them in the kitchen for 5-6 hours.
4. How to dry strawberries in a fruit dehydrator
Set the dryer temperature to 57°C (135°F).
Arrange the strawberry slices in the layers of the machine.
Turn the machine on and give it at least 8 hours to dry.
Different fruits require different times to dry in the machine; For example, cherries need about 48 hours to dry in the washing machine.
After the strawberries have dried, keep the trays in the kitchen area for 3 hours to remove any remaining moisture.
Then store it in a clean, dry container.
The conclusion
The high polyphenol content in strawberries can reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease by preventing platelet formation and lowering blood pressure through anti-inflammatory mechanisms. The fiber and potassium in strawberries also help with heart health.
