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Litchi Products (canned; squash)

Value Proposition:

Litchi products such as canned litchi and litchi squash provide a convenient way to enjoy the natural flavor and sweetness of litchi throughout the year. Processing helps preserve the fruit’s taste, aroma, and nutritional value while extending shelf life. These products allow consumers to access seasonal fruit in processed forms suitable for beverages and desserts.

Summary Application:

Canned litchi and litchi squash are widely used in households, restaurants, and the beverage industry. They can be consumed directly or used in preparing drinks, desserts, fruit salads, and cocktails. Litchi squash is typically diluted with water to make refreshing beverages, while canned litchi can be used in various culinary preparations.

Advantages:

Litchi products offer longer shelf life and year round availability of the fruit. They are convenient to store, transport, and use in different food preparations. Processing helps retain the fruit’s flavor and quality while reducing post-harvest losses. These products also provide quick preparation of beverages and desserts with consistent taste.

Commercialization Status: Licensed awaiting commercialisation
Tech. Readiness Level:
CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute
CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute[CSIR-CFTRI]
:  director[at]cftri[dot]res[dot]in
:91-821-2517760
:https://cftri.res.in
Industrial Applications: Beverages [Food, Beverages, Tobacco] Food Processes [Food, Beverages, Tobacco]