Dried Orange Slices: Top 5 Creative Uses for Food Businesses

Dried orange slices, also known as dehydrated oranges, have an abundance of uses. We’re highlighting some of the popular and lesser-known creative uses for this fruit in our small-business guide.

What to do with dried orange slices

• Drinks garnish

You know what they say – the devil’s in the detail! Whether you’re serving up cocktails, mocktails or premium soft drinks, the garnish can elevate the drinking experience and even contribute to the flavour. Adding dried citrus slices directly into the drink or to the side of the glass is a creative flourish for any drink. They’re also suitable for adding to hot or cold teas and the classic winter beverage, mulled wine. They’re an ideal choice for gin tasting events, bars, restaurants and catering companies.

• Cake decoration

Whether you’re crafting an ambitious wedding cake or a more traditional recipe for your bakery, dried orange slices could be an ideal decoration to add to frosting or icing. It’s a colourful, zesty addition and you can get creative with the arrangement and finished look.

• Sharing platter garnish

For a premium cheese or antipasti board, a dried orange slice makes for a tasteful addition and will look right at home on a traditional wooden board.

• Flavour marinades

You can even ground dried orange slices into powder to enhance a wide range of recipes. This will help bring out exquisite flavours not just in your marinades, but also in stews, soups, curries, meat rubs and baked goods.

• Add to mulling spice mix

If you’re in the business of creating your own mulling spice blends, dried orange slices are a quintessential ingredient.

You can bulk buy dried orange slices for every purpose online at Mimea. We’re a leading botanical supplier. You may also be interested in dried lemon slices.