Description
The Jewel of Desserts: Premium Dry Cherry (Karonda)
At Jalaram Food Products, we understand that in the world of food presentation, the “Finishing Touch” matters most. Whether it is the single red jewel atop a Pineapple Cake or the sweet surprise inside a Calcutta Meetha Paan, Dry Cherry (Suki Cherry) is an indispensable ingredient for food businesses in Ahmedabad.
As a leading wholesale trader and bakery ingredient supplier, we specialize in sourcing the finest quality Glazed Karonda Cherries. We solve the common problems faced by chefs and confectioners—sticky syrup, bleeding colors, and mushy textures. Our Dry Cherries are processed to remain firm and bright, ensuring your final product looks as good as it tastes.
What is “Dry Cherry” (Karonda)?
While often called “Cherry” in the local trade, this product is crafted from the Karonda Berry (Carissa carandas). The berries are de-seeded, cured in sugar syrup, and colored to create the iconic “Glazed Cherry.”
Why Jalaram’s Cherry is Superior:
- Color Fastness: A major issue with low-quality cherries is that the red color “bleeds” into the cake batter or cream. Our cherries are processed with highquality food colors that stay locked inside the fruit, keeping your white cream pristine.
- Perfect Texture: We supply “Dry” cherries, meaning they are not swimming in excess liquid syrup. They are firm and chewy, offering a satisfying bite in cookies and paan.
- Sugar Balance: They are sweet but not cloyingly so, ensuring they complement—rather than overpower—the flavor of your main dish.
Culinary Applications: A Multi-Industry Staple
Our bulk Dry Cherries are a high-velocity item for several distinct sectors in Gujarat:
- The Bakery & Confectionery Industry :Cakes & Pastries: The classic “Black Forest” or “Pineapple Pastry” is incomplete without a red cherry on top. Cookies: Essential for making the famous Karachi Biscuits (Fruit Biscuits) and Tutti Frutti Cookies. Our firm cherries hold their shape even after baking. Plum Cakes: A key ingredient in Christmas cakes and wedding cakes for texture and moisture.
- The Paan Industry (Sweet Paan) Ahmedabad has a massive culture of after-dinner Paan. Sweet Paan (Meetha Paan) always includes a chopped or whole Red Cherry. Our cherries provide the necessary sweetness that balances the betel leaf and gulkand.
- Ice Cream & Falooda : Sundaes: The iconic “Cherry on Top” of an ice cream sundae. Falooda: Chopped cherries add chewiness to the smooth vermicelli and milk of a Royal Falooda. Shakes: Used as a garnish for thick shakes and mastanis.
- Indian Sweets (Mithai) Halwais use cut cherries to decorate Bengali Sweets (like Chum Chum) and Coconut Barfi, adding a festive look to the display counter.
Varieties Available
We stock different varieties to suit your aesthetic needs:
- Red Cherry: The classic bestseller. Used in 90% of applications.
- Green & Yellow Cherry: Used in fruit cakes and specialized Paan mixes to provide color contrast.
- Cut vs. Whole: We offer whole cherries (for garnishing) and can source broken/cut cherries (for mixing into dough) upon request.
Storage & Handling
Since these are sugar-preserved, they have a long shelf life, but proper storage is key:
- Airtight is Best: Sugar attracts moisture. Always keep the bulk bag sealed to prevent the cherries from becoming sticky or “weeping” syrup.
- Cool Place: Store away from direct heat to maintain the firmness of the fruit.
Product Specifications
- Product Name: Dry Cherry / Glazed Cherry / Karonda / Suki Cherry
- Base Fruit: Karonda (Carissa carandas)
- Form: Whole Pitted Fruit (No seeds)
- Color: Red / Green / Yellow (Food Grade Color)
- Taste: Sweet, Fruity
- Syrup Content: Low (Dry finish)
- Shelf Life: 12 Months
- Packaging: 5kg / 10kg Bulk Cartons
- Supplier: Jalaram Food Products, Ahmedabad
Sweeten Your Product Line
Don’t let low-quality, sticky cherries ruin the look of your premium cakes or paan. Partner with Jalaram Food Products for reliable, high-quality bulk supply. We offer competitive wholesale rates for Bakeries and Paan Parlors.
The perfect garnish for the perfect treat.
