Black Raisins | Black Kishmish | Kala Manuka
Raisin is a dry fruit that is made by drying grapes.
The variation in them is mainly due to two reasons: a difference in the variety of grapes or the drying method. Variation in either two of them results in a change in texture or flavor.
Black Raisins - Black Kishmish - Kala Manuka - Kali Kishmish
The dark hue of this raisin is obtained by directing intense intensity heat towards the grapes; these raisins can be made by any grapes and are among the most usual sort. Along with being darker in the shade, they are super caramelized.
NUTRIENTS
It has a high amount of sugar and carbohydrates followed by protein and other vital nutrients like copper, phosphorus, iron, etc.
Nutritional values per 100 Grams
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Fruit
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Black Raisin
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Calories
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297
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Glycemic Index
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63
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Quantity
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% Daily Value*
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Energy
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1242 KJ (297 kcal)
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Total Fat
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0.2 g
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0%
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Saturated fat
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0.3 g
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0 %
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Polyunsaturated fat
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0g
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0%
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Monounsaturated fat
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0.2g
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0%
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Cholesterol
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0 mg
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0%
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Sodium
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1.1 mg
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0%
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Potassium
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747 mg
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19.9%
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Total Carbohydrate
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80 g
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29%
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Dietary fiber
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3.9 g
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14.2%
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Sugar
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53 g
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Protein
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2.7 g
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5%
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Vitamins
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Vitamin A equivalent
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0 μg
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0%
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beta-Carotene
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0.1 μg
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0%
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lutein zeaxanthin
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0 μg
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0%
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Thiamine (B1)
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0.01 g
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1%
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Riboflavin (B2)
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0.12 mg
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0%
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Niacin (B3)
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1.2 mg
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1%
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Pantothenic acid (B5)
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0.12 mg
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0.2%
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Vitamin B6
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0.1 mg
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0%
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Folate (B9)
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0.23 μg
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0%
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Vitamin B12
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0 μg
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0%
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Choline
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11.5 mg
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5%
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Vitamin C
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2.2 mg
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3%
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Vitamin E
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0.1 mg
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1%
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Vitamin K
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3.1 μg
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0%
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Minerals
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Calcium
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49 mg
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12%
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Copper
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0.46 mg
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1%
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Iron
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1.83 mg
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1%
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Magnesium
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1382 mg
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98%
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Manganese
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8 mg
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17%
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Phosphorus
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1292 mg
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59%
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Potassium
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747 mg
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59%
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Selenium
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0.2 mcg
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0%
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Sodium
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1.1 mg
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0%
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Zinc
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7.9 mg
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2.3%
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Other Constittuents
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Water
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15.47
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Lycopene
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0
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*Per cent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Units : μg = micrograms, mg = milligrams, IU = International units
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†Percentages are roughly approximated using US recommendations for adults. Source: USDA Nutrient Database
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ALLERGIC CONTENT
It is a potent allergic food that might trigger various immune reactions that range from moderate to critical.
During Pregnancy
They are recommended to be eaten during pregnancy due to various nutrients suitable for the baby's development.
Please consult your doctor before consumption of any dry fruits during pregnancy.
HOW TO USE
Raisins can be consumed directly from the shelf or can be incorporated into different sweets and savory. Festivals in India are unaccomplished without the presence of sweet delights, and most of them contain raisins.
Kishmish Halwa is wholly made out of raisins. Sheera is a sweet dish made of semolina, raisins, and nuts. Kheer, a slow-cooked rice desert, also contains raisins.
Faral is an essential part of Diwali. Faral consists of much savory food like Chivda, a mixture of different nuts, dry fruits, spices, and core ingredients like flattened rice, cornflakes, oats, etc. Raisins constitute a significant part of Chivdas as they add a punch of sweetness to these spicy amalgams.
Raisin is a very versatile ingredient. It is also utilized in different sweet balls, namely Gram flour laddu, Semolina laddu, etc. It is also added to Biryani, a spicy rice dish.
HEALTH BENEFITS
One significant advantage of raisins is their undeniable degree of fiber, especially solvent fiber. A quarter-cup of any of these dried organic products can give you around 7% of your day-by-day fiber necessity.
They are likewise an abundant source of iron. Iron is essential for high blood cells production, which carries oxygen to the cells of your body. If you don't get sufficient iron, you may feel drained, cold, and unwell.
Raisins are stacked with cancer prevention agents that help our bodies differently. The polyphenolic phytonutrients help dispose of the free extremists that hurt the vision and cause degeneration of the eye muscles—in this way, working on the wellbeing of the vision.
These dried grapes are low in calories and are generally sweet. They are very fibrous, helping the body feel complete with a bit of serving. The pleasantness of the raisins satisfies your taste buds, and the fiber assists you with feeling full, supporting weight reduction.
On-off chance if you battle with joint agonies or have powerless bones, raisins are the best approach. They contain calcium which helps in fortifying the bones. Eating raisins assist with expanding bone thickness and assist with diminishing the danger of joint pain and gout.
STORAGE AND SHELF LIFE
Raisins easily last up to half a year if refrigerated. If you have opened the packet, make certain that you store them in an airtight container.