How to choose a dryer for fruit

The purchase of a fruit dryer will allow you to enjoy the taste of fruits all year round. At the same time, they practically do not lose their useful properties. Among a wide variety of fruit dryers it's hard not to get lost, so in this article we will try to figure out which fruit dryer is the best and how to choose the right model.

Principle of operation of the fruit dryer

Drying or drying with fruit is called a device whose main task is to remove excess moisture from the fruComrade. We suggest to consider the principle of the electric dryer for fruit.

It consists of:

• electric motor;
• plastic pallets;
• cover.

At the bottom of the dryer is an electric motor, and on top - pallets, covered with a lid, through which air is released. Due to the presence of the engine, an air flow of a certain power is created, which gradually drains the fruit.

Some models suggest the presence of more than twenty pallets for drying large quantities of fruit. It is also possible to purchase a dryer, which dries not only fruits, but also vegetables and berries.

The electric dryer works quite quietly, almost noiselessly. It is quite compact and fits easily in the smallest corner of the room. During the operation of this device, a very delicious aroma of fruits or vegetables is released, which are in it.

In accordance with the juiciness and size of the fruit, there are different drying regimes. For some fruits, only four hours are enough, while others require more than twenty.

The main rule for obtaining high-quality products is the correct adjustment of temperature and airflow. If the temperature is too high, the fruits turn black and look, and if the wind is too strong, then the air will not save the fruit from moisture.

Trays are transparent or white, mainly they are made of plastic. Transparent trays allow you to monitor the drying process. In principle, the color of the trays does not affect the quality of the work. The number of trays of most of the most popular dryers varies from three to five. Dryers have a capacity of 6 to 12 liters.

Advantages of using a fruit dryer

There is an opinion that it is much easier to make dried fruit using an oven or other appliances, for example gauze. But to guess the exact temperature and the necessary air flow is very difficult. Moreover, if you chop the fruit in slices in the summer and leave it on the table, then a large number of flies and other insects are guaranteed to you.

It is therefore much easier to give preference to a fruit dryer, which will cope with its duties qualitatively and quickly.

We offer to consider the main advantages of a fruit dryer:

1. Purchase of this device will significantly save money. First, to buy fruit in the summer and dry them - is much cheaper than buying such dried fruits in the winter. Secondly, if you compare the drying of fruits with their conservation, then there is no need to spend money on cans, lids, spices, etc.
2. Dried fruits are stored almost until they are completely consumed. If you compare their shelf life with fresh fruit, then dried, of course, exceed the latter. Such fruits and even vegetables, if you follow the rules of their storage, can save a year or more.
3. In the production of dried fruits of its own production, the quality of the products is guaranteed. In contrast to the store drying, which often add spoiled products.
4. Some models allow you to dry not only products of plant origin, but even meat or fish.
5. Dried fruits retain all the useful properties, so it is much better to use a dryer than a freezer.
   
6. The fruit dryer consumes very little power, although it has high capacity.
7. Dried fruits are stored in a dark dry place, while saving space in the refrigerator.

The use of dried fruits

Drinking dried fruits enriches the human body with useful vitamins and minerals. Especially it concerns those fruits, in which quality you are sure. To stabilize iron and increase the level of hemoglobin, it is enough to eat five pieces of dried apricots per day.

Homemade dried fruits made in the dryer are characterized by the lack of stabilizers and carcinogens. When they are dried, some vitamins, of course, do not persist, but substances such as iron, magnesium and calcium remain.

Dried fruits are added to salads, from them cooked compotes, used in baking and eaten raw.

To stabilize the body, it is recommended to eat prunes, dates and raisins daily.

Also, dried fruit is used to make sweets, they have a fat burning effect, so they are allowed in a large number of diets.

The main types of fruit dryers

In accordance with the principle of operation, the fruit dryers are divided into:

• infrared;
• electric.

The infrared dryer is more expensive than the electric one. The principle of operation of this device is the absorption of moisture by infrared rays, so the drying process occurs at sufficiently low temperatures. The work of such a dryer is quite intense, the taste, color and shape of the fetus are practically unchanged, and vitamins are preserved up to 91%.With a low power consumption, the drying process is ideal.

A fruit dryer, electric or convection, dries fruit by convection of hot air. With this drying process, a gradual release of moisture occurs, so the fruit is deformed, taste changes and a large amount of vitamins is lost. The only advantage of such a dryer is affordable cost.

Recommendations for choosing a fruit dryer

1. To buy a fruit dryer, contact any electrical home store.
2. The price of a dryer for fruit depends on such factors as: capacity, number of trays, functionality, manufacturer.
3. If the financial issue is not so important, it is better to pay attention to infrared dryers, they dry more qualitatively and save more vitamins.
4. Inspect all parts - they must be intact, and plastic should not have a smell.
5. The recommended number of trays is at least 4-5 pieces, if the trays are smaller, then the fruit will have to be harvested for a very long time, while the amount of consumed electricity will increase.
6. If the dryer is to be used in a household, choose a device that does not exceed 450W.
7. It is better to give preference to transparent pallets to facilitate the process of monitoring drying.
8. Depending on the material from which the body of the dryer is made, they are metal and plastic. The second option is more preferable, since the metal is heavier than plastic, quickly heated and difficult to clean.
9. Try to choose models in which there is a function of automatically switching off the dryer during its overheating.
   
10. Depending on the type of control, the dryers are automatically or manually separated. It is better to give preference to the button version, since it is most convenient.
11. Pay attention to the warranty period for the dryer for fruit - the more it is, the better the product, since only the seller, confident in their product, will establish a long warranty period.
12. Keep an eye on the depth of the tray, since it is better not to grind large fruits or mushrooms, and they should fit well in the tray.
13. There are models in which the temperature is controlled automatically, and some dryers have a certain number of temperature control modes.
14. The presence of thermostat, timer, overheat protection and cold air mode will only bring convenience and comfort to the use of the dryer.

Tips for using fruit dryers in everyday life

1. If the trays have holes, then small pieces of fruit or berries will easily fall through them. Therefore, it is recommended to choose trays in which the mesh is very dense, or dryers with additional grids.
2. It is recommended to start the drying process at high temperature and finish at low temperature.
3. The less time the drying process takes, the more vitamins will remain in the products.
4. If the drying process lasts a long time - periodically change the location of the containers.
5. Dry the fruit separately from fish, meat or mushrooms, because in the process the smells all the same are mixed with each other.

Overview of fruit dryer manufacturers and their characteristics

1. The fruit dryer Tefal-DF1008 allows not only to dry fruits and vegetables, but also easily prepare the pastille. It is an electric dryer with a capacity of 525 watts. The case is made of a combination of plastic and glass. There is an automatic shutdown function. It has five trays and a mechanical control. Operates in three temperature modes. The warranty period is one year. Additional features: the possibility of adjusting the temperature regime, hot air circulates in the active mode, the case has thermal insulation, there is a flexible stand that is used during drying of components with a high moisture content.
2. Supra for Chinese fruit, consider the most popular model DFS211.The case is completely plastic. Type of dryer - electric. Presence of protection against overheating. There are five trays for fruit. Has a mechanical control. It is possible to adjust the temperature. The warranty period is one year.
3. The fruit dryer Ezidri is one of the most popular dryers in the world. Electric dryers have a directional airflow, the temperature of which is regulated manually. Each model is characterized by the presence of a quality mark, and this indicates a high reliability of its work. Dryer Ezidri Ultra FD1000 allows you to dry fruits, berries, mushrooms, meat, fish, greens, as well as spices and medicinal plants. Temperature adjustment is carried out with the help of special operating modes. The dryer has a high capacity and quickly copes with a large amount of work. The package includes: a book of recipes, five trays, a mesh sheet and a construction for pastilles, an instruction manual, a book with recipes. Features: the maximum number of trays is thirty pieces, power per passport 1 kW, working power 0.5 kW, is made of food polypropylene, the maximum load is 25 kg, has a double degree of protection. The warranty period is two years.
   
4. The Ezidri Snackmaker FD 500 is distinguished by its optimal cost among such models. Supposes the installation of a maximum of fifteen trays. Passport capacity is 0.5 kW, and working power is 0.3 kW.It has three temperature modes of operation. Made from food polypropylene. Characterized by the presence of double protection. It dries fish, meat, mushrooms, pastilles, fruits, vegetables, berries, herbs and spices. The maximum weight of products that are placed in this model is 10 kg.
5. The Ezidri Classik Fd 300 dryer has vertical air convection. This model is the simplest of the above, so it has a minimum cost. It is characterized by the presence of only one temperature regime. It consists of four trays. It is possible to install a maximum of ten trays. Made of food grade polypropylene. The warranty period is one year. The maximum workload is 8 kg.
6. Maxwell MW3852 is used for drying fruit, vegetables, mushrooms, berries, flowers, medicinal plants, herbs. It is characterized by the presence of a built-in thermostat. It has a natural convention of air, so the products that are located in the lower trays dry up in a shorter period of time than those that are on top. To all the ingredients are dried well, you should periodically change them.
7. The Polish Zelmer fd 1000 dryer has a capacity of 0.52 kW.The case is completely plastic. The presence of two levels of power adjustment. It is operated mechanically. There is a protection against overheating. The warranty period is 12 months. It is possible to install four compartments.