Sweet, tasty and delicious raisins are a great snack just as they are or can add flavor to almost any favorite recipe, can be eaten by hand & mixed with other dishes and fruits. It is used in various...

Sweet, tasty and delicious raisins are a great snack just as they are or can add flavor to almost any favorite recipe, can be eaten by hand & mixed with other dishes and fruits. It is used in various traditional dishes i.e. Pulao, Halwa etc.and also consumed in modern shapes as pulp, juices, paste, cereals, and snacks etc. Raisins as a part of the daily diet provide essential nutrients, soluble & insoluble fiber and health protective bioactive compounds. Raisins have proven its effectiveness for the health aspects. Raisins reduce the risk of developing various diseases i.e. constipation, heart disease, diabetes, colon cancer and obesity. Raisins add a touch of sunshine to breads, muffins, cookies, cakes, pies, tarts and puddings etc. As bakery products are one of the major highlights of food industry, it makes the commercial importance of raisin even higher. Raisins are also used in a variety of dishes.In many places raisins are used in place of sugar..