Raisins
Dried grapes with concentrated sweetness and a soft, chewy texture.
What it offers and why to use it
Raisins are dried grapes with concentrated sweetness and a soft, chewy texture. Use them in baking, porridge, salads, rice dishes, sauces and stuffings, or soak them when a plumper texture is wanted.
Sweet and fruity, sometimes slightly caramel-like, with a chewy texture.
From shopping to cooking
Choose
Choose plump, separate raisins with a clean fruity aroma and no mould, insects, excessive crystallisation or fermented smell.
Store
Keep airtight in a cool, dry, dark cupboard. Refrigerate after opening in warm or humid conditions.
Prepare
Add directly to baking, porridge, salads and savoury rice, or soak briefly in warm water, tea or another recipe liquid to plump them.
How to make the most of it
Good pairings
Pair with oats, nuts, apple, citrus, cinnamon, couscous, rice, leafy salads and mature cheeses.
How to substitute it
Sultanas, currants, chopped dates or dried cranberries can work, with adjustments for sweetness, acidity and size.
Recipes with raisins
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