Dried Lychee Pulp (KFF)

Dried Lychee Pulp (KFF)

Product name: Dried Lychee Pulp, Litchi chinensis Gaertn., Dried Lychee Pulp, Getrocknetes Litschi-Fruchtfleisch, Pulpe de litchi séchée, Pulpa de lichi seca, ลิ้นจี่อบแห้ง

Synonyms: dried lychee, dried lychee pulp, litchi, Chinese cherry

Used Parts: peel, seed, fruit pulp

Nutritional Value: Carbohydrates, dietary fiber, proteins, fats, vitamin C, B vitamins (B1, B2, B6), potassium, copper, magnesium, manganese, flavonoids, proanthocyanidins

Main Health Benefits: Antioxidant action, immune system strengthening, cardiovascular system support, reduced oxidative stress, improved metabolism, digestive normalization, mild detoxifying effect, energy balance support

May Be Beneficial for the Following Conditions: I10-I15 (Hypertensive diseases), E66 (Obesity), E78 (Lipid metabolism disorders), K59 (Functional intestinal disorders), R53 (Fatigue syndrome), J06 (Acute upper respiratory infections), D50 (Iron deficiency anemia)

Contraindications: E10-E14 (Diabetes mellitus without glycemic control), T78.1 (Food allergy), N18 (Chronic kidney disease), G47 (Insomnia when consumed in large quantities in the evening)

Culinary Uses: As a snack, in herbal teas, in compotes, in fruit drinks, in desserts, in yogurts, in smoothies, in baked goods, in sauces, in traditional sweets

Forms and Processed Products: Dried pulp, powder, extract, infusion, fermented products

Geographic Use and Culinary Traditions: Lychee (Litchi chinensis) is a traditional fruit of Southern China and Southeast Asia. Dried pulp has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for over a thousand years as a tonic for the heart and spleen, as well as to improve blood circulation. In Chinese culture, dried lychee was considered a symbol of wealth and health, consumed in festive dishes and as a gift. In Thailand, Vietnam, and Laos, dried lychee pulp is added to sweet drinks, decoctions, and desserts. In India, lychee is sun-dried and used in Ayurvedic blends to strengthen vital energy and reduce heat. In Europe and the USA, dried lychee has become popular in recent decades as a "superfood," used in smoothies, fitness bars, and dietary nutrition.

Toxicity and Food Safety: The product is generally safe when consumed in moderation. Allergic reactions are possible in sensitive individuals. Excessive consumption may cause hyperglycemia. Consumption should be limited in children under 3 years due to the risk of food intolerance.

Culinary Recipes with Dried Lychee Pulp

Recipe 1. Tea with Dried Lychee

Ingredients: Green tea – 5 g, dried lychee pulp – 20 g, honey – 10 g, water – 300 ml.

Preparation Method: Brew tea and dried lychee with hot water (90 °C), steep for 7-10 minutes, add honey before serving.

Nutritional Value per Serving: 70 kcal, protein 0.5 g, fat 0.2 g, carbohydrates 17 g.

Culinary Features: A traditional beverage of Southern China and Vietnam, consumed as a tonic.

Recipe 2. Yogurt Smoothie with Dried Lychee

Ingredients: Natural yogurt – 200 ml, dried lychee pulp – 30 g, banana – 100 g, ice – 50 g.

Preparation Method: Blend all ingredients until smooth, serve chilled.

Nutritional Value per Serving: 220 kcal, protein 7 g, fat 4 g, carbohydrates 40 g.

Culinary Features: Popular in modern healthy nutrition, used in café-bar and fitness menus in Thailand and Europe.