Sweets and Sweeteners

Orange Tang crystals

Orange Tang crystals
Popularity 13 recipes

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Ingredient Information

Name

Orange Tang crystals

Category

Sweets and Sweeteners

Popularity

13 recipes

Status

Inactive

Description

Tang Orange Crystals is an instant powder product with an intense orange flavor, primarily used to prepare refreshing drinks quickly and conveniently. This ingredient, very popular in Latin America, comes from the Tang line of instant beverages, originally created by the Kraft Heinz company in the 1950s.

Tang Orange Crystals are mainly composed of sugars, citric acid, vitamins —especially vitamin C— and artificial flavorings that mimic the natural taste of orange. Its use in cooking recipes includes not only the preparation of juices but also as an additive for desserts, gelatins, ice creams, and preparations that require a sweet and citrus touch.

Among its properties, its contribution of vitamin C stands out, which is important for the immune system, although it should be noted that it contains sugar and artificial additives, so its consumption should be moderate.

As for synonyms or equivalent terms in Spanish used in Hispanic America, it is commonly known simply as "orange-flavored powder", "instant orange powder drink", or "instant orange beverage". In some countries, although it is not an exact term, it is also called "powdered orange" when referring to similar products.

In summary, Tang Orange Crystals are an easy and fast option to add orange flavor to recipes and drinks, widely used for their convenience and recognizable taste.

Nutritional Properties

0g
fiber
150mg
sodium
15mcg
folate
0g
fats
100mg
potassium
9g
sugars
40
calories
0mcg
lycopene
0g
proteins
25mg
vitamin c
10g
carbohydrates

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