Pumpkin flakes
Pumpkin flakes
Pumpkin flakes are made by carefully drying and slicing fresh pumpkin, preserving their natural sweetness, color, flavor, and nutrients. They provide a convenient, ready-to-use ingredient for soups, sauces, gravies, stews, curries, porridges, baked goods, snacks, smoothies, and seasoning blends. Rich in beta-carotene, vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants, pumpkin flakes not only enhance the taste and appearance of dishes but also support overall health, including eye health, immunity, digestion, and heart wellness. Their long shelf life, concentrated nutrition, and versatility make them a popular choice in both home kitchens and commercial food production.
Description
Pumpkin Flakes are made by carefully dehydrating fresh pumpkin to preserve its natural color, flavor, and nutrients. They provide a convenient and long-lasting ingredient for soups, stews, snacks, sauces, and baking preparations. Rich in vitamins, minerals, dietary fiber, beta-carotene, and antioxidants, pumpkin flakes support overall health, including vision, immunity, and digestion, while adding natural sweetness and vibrant orange color to culinary dishes
History
Pumpkins (Cucurbita pepo and related species) originated in Central America over 7,000 years ago and were cultivated by indigenous peoples for food, medicine, and storage. They were introduced to Europe in the 16th century and gradually became a staple in global cuisines due to their versatility and nutritional value. To preserve pumpkins and provide a convenient cooking ingredient, drying and flaking techniques were developed, creating pumpkin flakes. These flakes retain the natural flavor, color, and nutrients of fresh pumpkin while offering long shelf life and ease of use. Today, pumpkin flakes are widely used globally in soups, sauces, baked goods, snacks, porridges, and instant food products.
Specification
| Product Name | Pumpkin flakes |
|---|---|
| International Name | Cucurbita pepo Dehydrated Flakes |
| HSN Code | 0709 90 90 |
| Packaging | Customized |
| Type | Dehydrated Vegetable Flakes |
Features & Characteristics
| Color | Orange to Deep Orange |
|---|---|
| Storage Type | Store in a cool, dry, and airtight container away from sunlight and moisture. |
| Shelf Life | 12 Months |
| Instruction For Use | Rehydrate in water before cooking or add directly to soups, stews, snacks, sauces, or baking preparations as desired. |
Ingredients
| Nutrients | Rich in carbohydrates, dietary fiber, beta-carotene, and natural antioxidants. |
|---|---|
| Minerals | Potassium, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus |
| Vitamins | Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Folate |
| Protein | 8–9 g |
| Fats | 1–2 g |
Uses & Benefits
Uses :
Pumpkin flakes are a versatile and convenient ingredient widely used in culinary and food processing applications. They can be rehydrated and added to soups, sauces, gravies, stews, curries, porridges, baked goods, snacks, and smoothies, or used directly in seasoning blends and instant mixes. Pumpkin flakes provide natural sweetness, color, and nutritional value, retaining essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants from fresh pumpkin. Their long shelf life, ease of use, and versatility make them popular in both home kitchens and commercial food production for enhancing taste, health benefits, and convenience in a variety of dishes.
Turmeric Uses & Benefits :
Pumpkin flakes offer multiple health benefits along with their culinary uses. They are rich in beta-carotene, vitamins A and C, fiber, and antioxidants, which support eye health, immunity, and digestion. The presence of minerals like potassium, magnesium, and calcium helps promote heart health, bone strength, and overall wellness. Pumpkin flakes provide concentrated nutrition in a convenient form, making it easy to incorporate the health benefits of fresh pumpkin into daily meals while enhancing the taste, color, and nutritional value of dishes.
