FD Green Pea
FD Green Pea is a ready-to-eat product made by dehydrating fresh green peas through freeze-drying technology. The core of the process involves placing the peas in a low-temperature vacuum environment, where the ice crystals within them sublimate directly into water vapor. This method maximally preserves their natural shape, color, flavor, and nutritional content. The final product is extremely light in weight and has a uniquely crispy texture. It can quickly rehydrate to regain a soft, tender texture and sweet flavor close to that of fresh green peas, making it a natural, healthy, and convenient food ingredient and snack option.
Key Advantages
- Maximized Nutrient Retention: The low-temperature processing avoids the destruction of heat-sensitive nutrients (such as Vitamin C, B vitamins) caused by high heat, preserving most of the nutritional value of fresh green peas.
- Natural Shape and Color: The freeze-drying process avoids shrinkage and discoloration caused by high temperatures, perfectly locking in the natural emerald green color and plump shape of the peas, making them visually appealing after rehydration.
- Unique Crispy Texture: After dehydration, the texture becomes extremely crispy and light, melting in the mouth. It provides a novel sensory experience as a healthy, non-fried snack.
- Convenient and Efficient Use: It can be quickly rehydrated for cooking. No pre-processing such as washing or shelling is required, significantly saving meal preparation time.
- Long Shelf Life and Portability: The very low moisture content (typically below 5%) inhibits microbial growth, allowing for long-term storage at room temperature without preservatives. Its light weight makes it easy to carry and transport.
Application Scenarios
- Convenience Food Ingredient: Widely used in instant noodles, ready-to-eat soups, instant porridge, and vegetable packets. It regains a soft and tender texture after being steeped in hot water for a few minutes.
- Baking and Dessert Garnish: Commonly used to decorate cookies, cakes, ice cream, and salads, adding color, nutrition, and a unique crispy crunch.
- Outdoor Sports Supply: Its high nutrient density, light weight, and portability make it an ideal food for activities like hiking, camping, and long journeys.
Note:”FD” is a common abbreviation for “Freeze-Dried.” It significantly differs from “Frozen” products (like the previously mentioned frozen diced green onion) in texture, application, and storage conditions.
