To prepare a delicious fruit paste made from plums and raspberries, start by cleaning the plums. Choose well-ripened plums, as they will bring a pleasant sweet-sour taste. After removing the pits, place them in a bowl. The raspberries should also be of good quality, and if you are using frozen raspberries, ensure they are completely thawed before use.
Once you have prepared both the plums and raspberries, it is time to blend them. Using a hand blender, puree the fruits until you achieve a homogeneous mixture. You can choose to sauté them slightly over heat to intensify the flavors, and then blend them, depending on your preferences. This step is crucial, as a well-homogenized mixture will yield a more pleasant final result.
After you have obtained the fruit paste, pour it into a pot and place it over low heat. It is essential to stir constantly to prevent sticking to the bottom of the pot. Let the mixture cook until the liquid has evaporated and the paste has taken on a thicker consistency. Depending on how sour you find the paste, you can add sugar to adjust the taste.
Once the paste is ready, take the pot off the heat and pour the contents into a tray. Personally, I used a silicone tray, but it is perfectly acceptable to use a baking sheet, which will facilitate the removal of the fruit sheets once they are dried. Spread the paste evenly, ensuring it is as thin as possible, as this will contribute to quicker and more even drying.
After you have spread the mixture, leave the tray in the sun. The drying time may vary, but usually, a thin sheet will dry within a day, depending on the intensity of the sun and the thickness of the paste layer. If you prefer an alternative method, you can dry the paste in the oven, setting the temperature to a low level and leaving the door slightly open to allow air circulation. This may take a few hours, but the result will be just as delicious.
Once the paste is completely dried, cut it into suitable pieces and serve. These delicious healthy snacks are perfect to be enjoyed as they are or can be added to various dishes, such as yogurts or fruit salads. Enjoy the flavor of fresh fruits and delight in a natural snack!
Once you have prepared both the plums and raspberries, it is time to blend them. Using a hand blender, puree the fruits until you achieve a homogeneous mixture. You can choose to sauté them slightly over heat to intensify the flavors, and then blend them, depending on your preferences. This step is crucial, as a well-homogenized mixture will yield a more pleasant final result.
After you have obtained the fruit paste, pour it into a pot and place it over low heat. It is essential to stir constantly to prevent sticking to the bottom of the pot. Let the mixture cook until the liquid has evaporated and the paste has taken on a thicker consistency. Depending on how sour you find the paste, you can add sugar to adjust the taste.
Once the paste is ready, take the pot off the heat and pour the contents into a tray. Personally, I used a silicone tray, but it is perfectly acceptable to use a baking sheet, which will facilitate the removal of the fruit sheets once they are dried. Spread the paste evenly, ensuring it is as thin as possible, as this will contribute to quicker and more even drying.
After you have spread the mixture, leave the tray in the sun. The drying time may vary, but usually, a thin sheet will dry within a day, depending on the intensity of the sun and the thickness of the paste layer. If you prefer an alternative method, you can dry the paste in the oven, setting the temperature to a low level and leaving the door slightly open to allow air circulation. This may take a few hours, but the result will be just as delicious.
Once the paste is completely dried, cut it into suitable pieces and serve. These delicious healthy snacks are perfect to be enjoyed as they are or can be added to various dishes, such as yogurts or fruit salads. Enjoy the flavor of fresh fruits and delight in a natural snack!
Ingredients
250 g plums 250 g raspberries (I used frozen) a little sugar if you like it sweeter