Appearance |
Yellow to light brown, wrinkled or leathery slices |
Size |
2-4 cm in diameter (for slices) |
Texture |
Chewy, slightly firm, leathery |
Shape |
Sliced, diced, or in wedges (depending on processing) |
Color |
Yellow to light brown |
Moisture Content |
10-15% (depends on drying method) |
Odor |
Citrusy, fresh, with no off or sour smells |
Taste |
Tangy, tart, concentrated lemon flavor |
Foreign Matter |
Free from foreign materials, dirt, or contaminants |
Brittleness |
Slightly chewy, not brittle |
Crystallization |
No visible crystallization |
Contamination |
Free from molds, insects, or other impurities |