Freeze-Dried Red Dragon Fruit

Freeze-Dried Red Dragon Fruit

Freeze-dried red dragon fruit is a premium product that uses vacuum freeze-drying technology to preserve the natural light sweet flavor, characteristic ruby red color, and nutrients.

Brief Production Process

1. Selection and preparation of raw materials: Naturally ripened fresh red dragon fruit (red-fleshed varieties from Binh Thuan or Long An), washed, peeled, sliced or cubed (seeds may be removed if needed).
2. Quick freezing: Frozen at -30°C to -40°C to form ice crystals.
3. Sublimation drying: In a vacuum chamber at low temperature (-20°C to -30°C) for 24-48 hours, where ice sublimates directly into vapor.
4. Inspection and packaging: Remove defects and vacuum pack.

The process ensures the structure is preserved, resulting in a crispy texture without the need for preservatives.

Product Specifications

• Size: Slices 5-10mm thick or cubes 10x10mm.
• Type: Whole slices, dice/cubes (small cubes), powder (ground from freeze-dried dragon fruit). Slices or cubes are common for export.
• Moisture: 2-5% (very low for crispiness and long shelf life, preventing mold).
• Brix (Sweetness): 35-55° Brix (naturally concentrated from fresh dragon fruit, light sweetness, no added sugar).

Nutritional Benefits

Retains 90-98% of fresh red dragon fruit nutrients: Rich in fiber (supports digestion, lowers cholesterol), vitamin C (boosts immunity), antioxidants (betalains help reduce inflammation, protect cardiovascular health), iron, and potassium. Low calories, no added sugar or additives, refreshing taste, suitable for dieting, detox, and gut health support.

Packaging

• Moisture-proof zip foil/vacuum bags (100g-1kg for retail), large cartons (10-20kg for export).
• Bilingual labels: Ingredients, shelf life 12-24 months, origin Vietnam.

Certificates

• Mandatory: HACCP, ISO 22000 (food safety).
• For export: FDA (USA), Health Certificate, Phytosanitary Certificate, CFS (if required). Organic/Halal for niche markets.

Quantity/Total Packages Per 20ft Container

• Approximately 3-8 tons per 20ft container (depending on carton packaging 10-20kg/box, pallet stacking). The product is lightweight and voluminous due to its porous, crispy nature.

Raw Material Source from Vietnam

100% fresh red dragon fruit from the world's largest specialized regions such as Binh Thuan, Long An, Tien Giang, meeting VietGAP/GlobalGAP standards, ensuring no pesticide residues.

Applications in Food Industry and Related Sectors

• Food industry: Direct snacking, toppings for yogurt/granola/salad, ingredient for beverages (juices, smoothies, detox tea), confectionery, ice cream, nutritional powders, functional foods (digestion support).
• Related sectors: Pharmaceuticals (fiber and antioxidant powder supplements), cosmetics (skin-nourishing and anti-aging extracts), baby food/diet products, detox and weight loss support products.

Freeze-dried red dragon fruit from Vietnam stands out for retaining up to 90-98% of the natural light sweet flavor and beautiful ruby red color, offering an attractive crispy texture, rich nutrition without additives, long shelf life (12-24 months at room temperature), lightweight for easy international transport, reduced logistics costs, and environmental friendliness – an ideal choice for the global healthy food market!