Currants
What is Currants?
Currants are dried grapes, specifically from the Black Corinth variety, which is a small, seedless grape. They are grown primarily in Greece and California. The grapes are sun-dried or mechanically dried to create the small, dark, intensely flavoured dried fruit.
Is Currants vegan?
Currants is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Currants gluten-free?
They do not contain gluten.
Is Currants a major allergen?
Currants are not one of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels.
What is Currants used for?
Currants are used to add a rich, slightly tart, and sweet flavour to baked goods.
Is Currants safe?
Currants are a source of fibre and antioxidants.
Why it's used
Currants are used to add a rich, slightly tart, and sweet flavour to baked goods. Their small size and intense flavour make them ideal for fruitcakes, Christmas puddings, scones, and sweet breads. They can also be used in savoury dishes for a touch of sweetness and acidity.
Health notes
Currants are a source of fibre and antioxidants. As a dried fruit, they contain natural sugars. The UK's Register of Food Additive Authorisations does not list currants as a food additive.
Allergen info
Currants are not one of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels. They do not contain gluten.
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