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Raisins are dried grapes. They are produced in many regions of the world, such as Armenia, United States, Australia, Chile, Argentina, Macedonia, Mexico, Greece, Syria, Turkey, Georgia, India, Iran, Pakistan, Iraq, China, Afghanistan, Togo, Jamaica, South Africa and Southern and Eastern Europe.
How the word Raisin is derived
The word raisin dates back to Middle English and is a loanword from Old French; in Old French and French, raisinmeans “grape,” while, in French, a dried grape is referred to as a raisin sec, or “dry grape.” The Old French word in turn developed from the Latin word racemus, “a bunch of grapes.”
What are the uses of raisins
Raisins may be eaten raw or used in cooking and baking. It has been considered as a food supplement and also used for its some of the medicinal values.
Types of Raisin:1: Soltan
2: Golden
3: Brown
4: Green
