Grade: TOP GRADE
Size: Depend on Customers Needs
Drying Process :"SD" Sun dried
Foreign Materials: No Foreign Materials or Ash 0%
Moisture : 5% Max
Aroma: Pungent Sweet
Loading Quantity:(6MT / 20'FCL) or (12MT / 40'FCL)
Product Name - Freeze Dried Lemon
Type of Dehydration - Freeze Drying (FD)
Material - Fresh Lemon
Shape - Slice
Color - Keep the color of the original Lemon
Flavor - With the characteristic flavor of Lemon
Shelf Life - 24 months
Storage
Keep in a cool, dry and clean place
Protect from moisture and direct light.
Grade: TOP GRADE
Size: Depend on Customers Needs
Drying Process :"SD" Sun dried
Foreign Materials: No Foreign Materials or Ash 0%
Moisture : 5% Max
Aroma: Pungent Sweet
Loading Quantity:(6MT / 20'FCL) or (12MT / 40'FCL)
Color :Dark yellow
Taste :Natural taste of dried lemon free from any extra taste
Texture :Natural texture of dried fruit
Moisture : 9%
Energy :45 kcal ( 188 kj)
Fat : 0.3gr
Protein :1.8gr
Carbohydrates : 17gr
Sodium : 9 mg
Chemical/Artificial Additives :GMO Free, Gluten-Free
Storage conditions :Keep in cool and dry place, away from direct sunlight
Shelf Life and Storage Condition 24 months in a cool dry ambient atmosphere
Product name: Dried Lemon Whole
Botanical name: Citrus Limonum
Family: Rutaceae
HS Code: 080550
Origin: Egypt
Dry by sun
Size: min 2.50 cm
Packing: 20 kg pp bags
The Story of Sun-Dried Lemon in Ancient Egypt
Sun-dried lemon, also known today as black lime or loomi, is a dried citrus fruit that has been used for centuries in cooking and medicine. While lemons were not originally native to Egypt, citrus fruits, including early lemon varieties, are believed to have been introduced through trade routes from Asia. Over time, sun-dried lemons became an important ingredient in Egyptian culinary and medicinal traditions.
Sun-Dried Lemon in Ancient Egyptian Medicine
The ancient Egyptians were highly skilled in herbal medicine and natural remedies. Though historical records do not explicitly mention sun-dried lemons, citrus fruits were likely used for their health benefits. Lemons, when dried, retained their high vitamin C content, which helped boost immunity and fight infections. The Egyptians may have used sun-dried lemons to treat digestive issues, sore throats, and fevers, similar to their use in later Middle Eastern and North African medicine.
Sun-Dried Lemon in Egyptian Cuisine
Egyptians were known for preserving food using natural drying techniques, including drying fruits under the sun. Sun-dried lemon developed a deep, tangy, and slightly smoky flavor, making it a perfect seasoning for stews, soups, and meat dishes. The rich, citrusy taste enhanced the flavors of slow-cooked meals, much like how it is still used today in Egyptian and Middle Eastern cooking.
Sun-Dried Lemon in Religious and Spiritual Practices
Fruits and herbs often held symbolic meanings in ancient Egyptian culture. While no direct evidence connects sun-dried lemons to religious rituals, citrus fruits were associated with purification and protection. The strong scent of dried lemon may have been used in incense or offerings, as Egyptians commonly included fragrant items in temples and tombs to honor the gods and the dead.
The Legacy of Sun-Dried Lemon
The tradition of drying lemons spread across the Arab world, where loomi became a staple in Persian, Iraqi, and North African cuisine. Today, Egypt continues to use dried lemon in various dishes, carrying forward an ancient tradition of preserving and enhancing flavors through natural drying methods.
Through its medicinal, culinary, and possibly spiritual uses, sun-dried lemon remains a timeless ingredient that connects modern Egyptian cuisine to its rich ancient past.
Product name: Dried Black Lemon
Botanical name: Citrus Limonum
Family: Rutaceae
Packing: 20 kg bags
Origin: Egypt
Color: Black
Form: whole Lemon
Available: all the year
Cultivation: Conventional
HS Code: 08054000
Description:
Although dried lime lost its water it keeps all the important contents like B group Vitamins, especially Vitamin C, amino acids, and traces of minerals such as calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, and potassium Besides all these advantages it has also better taste than Lemon because it less sour.
Black Lemon Dry Method: Black Lemon:
The black lemon is dried in an electric oven after the step of sun drying so it has been put in huge electric ovens after that, we put it again under the sun to get rid of the humidity of the oven, and the Black Lemon is sorted by specific trained labor.
Uses:
Dried Limes are used in many countries in their cooking to add a sour taste for example in Persia the people use dried lime in soups and stews also across the Persian Gulf they use it with fish but in Iraq noomi basra has been used in almost all dishes and meals also they add it to warm drinks like Hamidh. The dried Limes are a traditionally important ingredient that is used as a powder in Persian Gulf Baharat which is added to Kabsa
Product name: Whole Dried Lemon
Botanical name: Citrus Limonum
Family: Rutaceae
HS Code: 080550
Origin: Egypt
Size: min 2.50 cm
Packing: 20 kg pp bags
Description:
Although dried lime lost its water it keeps all the important contents like B group Vitamins, especially Vitamin C, amino acids, and traces of minerals such as calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, and potassium Besides all these advantages it has also better taste than Lemon because it less sour.
The way of drying sun-dried Lemon
The yellow dried Lemon is dried by the strong sunshine for a long time all day, especially in the summer season it is spread on the hot sand and should be flipped over from time to time to be sure that all lemon has been dried in a good way.
Lemon is one of the most medicinal fruits. Because it is rich in vitamin C, citric acid, malic acid, high amounts of sodium and low levels of potassium, the human body is very useful. In addition to weight loss to acne, the bronchitis, rhinitis, pharyngitis, urinary infection, conjunctivitis and so have a good therapeutic effect. Lemon taste pleasant, direct consumption can add the body of water and vitamin C. Because it is low in calories, and has a strong contraction, it is conducive to reducing fat, is a weight loss medicine.
Product name Eureka Lemon, Fresh Lemon, Anyue lemon, Limes
Place of origin South Africa
Appearance Glossy and Natural Green Yellow, no rusty spots, no wounds, green spots
Supply period All round
Supply capacity yearly 30,000mts.
Size 65/75/88/100/113/125/138/150/163
Melon, (Cucumis melo), trailing vine in the gourd family (Cucurbitaceae), grown for its often musky-scented edible fruit. The melon plant is native to central Asia, and its many cultivated varieties are widely grown in warm regions around the world.
Dried black lemon also known as loomi or noomi basra is a sundried lime widely used in Middle Eastern Persian and Indian cuisine It is known for its intense tangy smoky and slightly fermented flavor making it a perfect ingredient for stews soups rice dishes and spice blends
Key Features
Made from fresh limes that are boiled and sundried giving them a deep black color and concentrated flavor
Adds a distinctive tangy earthy and slightly smoky taste to dishes
Naturally rich in vitamin C antioxidants and essential oils
Used in whole crushed or powdered form for seasoning and flavoring
100 natural free from preservatives and artificial additives
Uses and Applications
Culinary Enhances the flavor of stews soups meat dishes and rice preparations like biryani and Persian ghormeh sabzi
Beverages Used in herbal teas and refreshing citrusinfused drinks
Health Benefits Known for aiding digestion boosting immunity and providing detoxifying properties
Packaging and Availability
Available in whole sliced or powdered form
Packed in 100g 250g 500g and bulk packaging as per customer requirements
Suitable for global export with customized packaging options
Dried black lemon is a musthave ingredient for those who love bold and complex citrus flavors in their cooking
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Lemons are indeed a popular and versatile fruit, with a wide range of culinary and medicinal applications. The fact that South Africa has a thriving lemon export industry is a testament to the country's favorable growing conditions and high-quality fruit production. The demand for lemons, especially in international markets, continues to rise, providing significant opportunities for South African exporters.
