Frutas

Fruit cocktail in syrup

Fruit cocktail in syrup
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Ingredient Information

Name

Fruit cocktail in syrup

Category

Frutas

Popularity

2 recipes

Status

Inactive

Description

Fruit cocktail in syrup is a prepared mixture of various chopped fruits preserved in a sweet syrup, typically made from water and sugar. This ingredient is very popular in baking and dessert recipes, as it adds a sweet, colorful, and juicy touch that enhances the flavor and texture of various preparations.

The origin of fruit cocktail in syrup dates back to traditional fruit preservation techniques, which aimed to extend the shelf life of fresh fruits through the use of syrup. Today, it is an internationally marketed product, widely used in Spanish-speaking countries in both homemade and industrial recipes.

Regarding its properties, fruit cocktail in syrup provides natural sugars and antioxidants from the fruits. However, due to the syrup, it contains a considerable amount of added sugars, so it is recommended to consume it in moderation.

Among the synonyms used in different regions of Latin America, it is also known as mixed fruits in syrup, fruit salad in syrup, or simply fruits in syrup. These terms may vary by country, but they generally refer to the same prepared product.

Nutritional Properties

1.5g
fiber
10mg
sodium
8mcg
folate
0.1g
fats
120mg
potassium
18g
sugars
75
calories
0.3g
proteins
6mg
vitamin c
19g
carbohydrates

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