Sultanas are convenient, high energy low fat snack, easy to eat and almost never go bad. Like other dried fruits, they are available throughout the year.
The sultana is a type of white, seedless grape of Turkish or Iranian origin. These are typically larger than the raisins and have a delicate and unique flavour and are especially noted for their sweetness and golden colour. The sultana is a soft, juicy, amber coloured fruit with a very sweet flavour.
Sultanas are large green grapes that have been dried to a rich golden-brown. They are among the most popular dried sweet fruit due to their size, succulence and sweetness.
The warm rounded flavour also goes remarkably well with savoury items. Sultanas are a great addition to homemade granola or can be sprinkled over any breakfast cereal, hot or cold. Add them to bread, muffins and cookies!
Sultanas are a good source of iron, potassium and selenium and also contain vitamin A and some vitamin B. They are beneficial for high blood pressure, fluid retention, constipation and anaemia. Their high calorie content makes them an ideal snack for anyone involved in sports.