Appearance |
Golden yellow to light brown, shriveled or wrinkled slices or pieces |
Size |
2-4 cm in length (for slices) |
Texture |
Chewy, soft, slightly fibrous |
Shape |
Sliced, diced, or whole (depending on processing) |
Color |
Yellowish to golden brown |
Moisture Content |
15-25% (depends on drying method) |
Odor |
Sweet, fruity, with no off or sour smells |
Taste |
Sweet, slightly tangy, concentrated flavor |
Foreign Matter |
Free from foreign materials, dirt, or contaminants |
Brittleness |
Soft, not brittle but may be slightly chewy |
Crystallization |
No visible crystallization |
Contamination |
Free from molds, insects, or other impurities |