Unlock the Citrus Power of Vita-Pakt Orange Peel (-16+40)

Vita-Pakt Dried Orange Peel (-16+40) is an extremely versatile citrus ingredient that delivers a distinct citrus flavor to enhance your food and beverages. This product is made from the peels of oranges grown right here in sunny California by multigenerational farmers. With just one taste, Vita-Pakt Orange Peel captures the essence of the sun-drenched hills and valleys that make up our ideal agricultural environment.

Made From Fresh California Oranges

Vita-Pakt Orange Peel is derived from fresh, clean, sound, and mature oranges of the species Citrus sinensis. These oranges are known to be sweet and aromatic, which makes them ideal for various culinary applications. After harvesting, the fruit is meticulously washed and graded prior to processing for peel and juice extraction. Using our proprietary system, the finely cut product is made from the shaved orange peel. It is dried, milled, and sifted to our specifications for size, color, and characteristics. This exclusive process ensures that every batch of Vita-Pakt Orange Peel delivers the consistent, high-quality flavor you need to transform your food and beverages.

Applications for Vita-Pakt Orange Peel

Vita-Pakt Dried Orange Peel (16+40) is a great choice for industries that require a quality product with a clear organoleptic presence and identity. It works well in a variety of applications, including:

Baking

Let your imagination run wild when you include Vita-Pakt Orange Peel in your bakery items. From cakes and cookies to scones, confections, pastries, and more, the options are nearly endless with this zesty citrus ingredient. Vita-Pakt Orange Peel imparts a sweet and tangy flavor while significantly improving the texture of your bakery treats. The citric acid in the peel helps retain moisture, resulting in lighter, fluffier baked goods.

This Vita-Pakt citrus ingredient can also be used to create homemade icings, fillings, and glazes for your bakery items. Make a sweet orange glaze for pastries or a delectable icing to drizzle over cakes and cookies. Customers will love the infusion of citrus flavor in your baking creations.

Hot Beverages

Use Vita-Pakt Orange Peel to add a refreshing citrus flavor to your soothing hot beverages. This citrus ingredient is excellent for concocting flavorful hot water, custom coffees, and black, green, or herbal teas. Or try rich hot chocolate with a citrus twist. Allow the orange peel to steep into your hot beverages until you reach the desired flavor intensity. Customers will savor the sweet citrus notes in every sip!

Condiments

This Vita-Pakt citrus ingredient makes a great addition to condiments. With its sweet orange flavor, the orange peel especially complements Asian cuisine. Create a delicious orange glaze for chicken, pork, or fish, or add it to your stir-fry sauce for noodle dishes. Customers will appreciate the bright citrus flavor and aroma. Vita-Pakt Orange Peel can also be used to enhance marmalades, jams, vinaigrette dressings, dipping sauces, and so much more! Experiment with different ingredients and reap the high-quality citrus flavor.

Spices/Seasonings

Want something unique to add to your collection of spices and seasonings? Vita-Pakt Orange Peel delivers with its vibrant citrus flavor. Grind it down to the desired consistency, and use it alone to add a hint of orange sweetness to your dishes. Or combine it with other seasonings, such as thyme, rosemary, and oregano, for a tasty herbal blend perfect for fish, chicken, or grilled vegetables. Mix it with cinnamon, brown sugar, and nutmeg to create a sweet seasoning to elevate the flavor of oatmeal, fruit, or yogurt dishes. Experiment with different combinations of spices and seasonings to find just the right mixture.

Provide a Nutritional Boost

Vita-Pakt Orange Peel (-16+40) is high in various macro and micronutrients, including dietary fiber and vitamin C. Fiber is essential for good digestive (gut) health and overall well-being maintenance. Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant critical for building a strong immune system. Incorporate Vita-Pakt Orange Peel into your daily recipes to take advantage of all these health benefits and more.

Our Commitments to Food Safety and Sustainability

Vita-Pakt just celebrated its 75th anniversary in 2022! We believe our core focus on food safety has played a major role in our longevity as a preferred supplier and processor of industrial citrus ingredients. Our production facilities are GFSI-certified and equipped with state-of-the-art equipment to ensure food safety and efficiency.

Over the years, we’ve also looked for new and innovative ways to maintain sustainability. Our Orange Peel is sustainably sourced and processed. In fact, all the fruit that we process has been rescued from food waste streams and upcycled into valuable citrus products. This allows us to maximize our available resources to reduce our environmental impact.

Discover the Vita-Pakt Difference

Vita-Pakt is a trusted authority in the citrus industry in California and beyond. We partner with food and beverage companies to offer the best citrus products to the end consumer. Our processing facilities adhere to the most stringent guidelines in the world to ensure quality. We’ve been a leading provider of industrial citrus ingredients since 1947, and we’ve built our reputation on having premium citrus products, exceptional customer service, and safe food practices.

Vita-Pakt Orange Peel is a natural, minimally processed ingredient with a potent citrus flavor. It will bring your recipes to another level! Try it for yourself and discover the Vita-Pakt difference. Request your sample of Vita-Pakt Dried Orange Peel (-16+40) today.

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