How do you all prep apple slices for dehydration? I read steam for 5 minutes also acidic soak, but I can't find out which one I do first.
Follow along with the video below to see how to install our site as a web app on your home screen.
Note: This feature may not be available in some browsers.
I peel and core and slice. I don't mind that they turn brownish.How do you all prep apple slices for dehydration? I read steam for 5 minutes also acidic soak, but I can't find out which one I do first.
My Great Aunt gave me all of her canning jars several years ago. There were some really amazing ones for sure. I always check for cracks or chips so I feel fine using them. Here's one really neat design: (It looked really cool when I had my cherry pie filling in it.)
View attachment 2820576
I have an orchard with 4 different apple varieties: Pixie Crunch, Sweet Sixteen, Golden Delicious and Goldrush Apples.I peel and core and slice. I don't mind that they turn brownish.
What are your favorite apples to dry? I love Honey Crisp, but $$$. My second favorite (by just a tad) is Empire. They have a great tangy flavor when dry.
Wow! That's so neat!View attachment 2826046
This one is my personal favorite. I have several of them
Wondering if you use UV resistant plexiglass in a direct unit like this if it will block enough UV light to prevent nutrient damage. Another thought is to apply a UV blocking film over the plexiglass.I drop the apple slices in 1/4 cup bottled lemon juice & cups of water to prevent browning. Just drain and lay out on your trays and put in dehydrator. For bananas, I use lime juice and water because I like the taste of limes and bananas better.
@BReeder! I like the simplicity of that design - my only comment: my brain is telling me that the 2 holes on the top of the box should be at the highest point, ie. the front of the box. This will also make the air flow through the trays better.
I want to make an in-direct solar dehydrator because the UV from sunlight can break down some of the nutrients.