Pulp, Fruit concentrate is obtained after evaporating water from Fruit pulp. The water is evaporated by treating pulp under vacuum at 0 deg Celsius. The yield in concentrate in more when compared to pulp. The yield differs according to fruit, in case of mango 2 kg of pulp yields 1 kg of concentrate.
The following fruit concentrates are available :
The Tamarind trees produce edible pod-like fruit which is used extensively in cuisines around the world. Tamarind is used as a souring agent in Indian curries and chutneys. It contributes to a healthy diet.
Concentrate
1. Total Soluble Solids % TSS at 20 C : 65 Brix min
2. Acidity (as citric acid) : 12.0
3. pH : 2.0 - 3.0
4. Color : Chocolate Brown