What is Dried Food and How We Produce it

What is Dehydrated Food and How We Produce It

Dehydrated foods are becoming an increasingly popular source of nutrition, not only among extreme athletes but also among everyday people. In some countries, dehydrated food products are even sold in regular supermarkets. Despite this, many people are still unfamiliar with what dehydrated food is and how it is produced, as well as its features and benefits.

What is Dehydrated Food?

Dehydrated food is a convenient option for those who are constantly on the go but lack the time or resources to prepare a full meal. Unlike freeze-dried food, which involves freezing and vacuum drying, dehydrated food is produced by removing moisture using heat. This method helps preserve the taste, nutrients, and calories of the food, which is especially important during physical activity.

In the past, dehydrated food products were often associated with lower-quality options, as they were commonly made using cheaper, thermal drying methods. However, modern heat dehydration methods ensure that the food retains its key nutrients and quality, making it a great choice for active individuals.

How Dehydrated Food is Made:

  1. Fresh or cooked food is subjected to a controlled heating process, which slowly removes moisture without compromising the food's quality.
  2. Water is evaporated, leaving the food with a much lower moisture content.
  3. The dehydrated food is then sealed in vacuum packaging inside stand-up pouches. This ensures that moisture does not re-enter the product until it is ready for consumption, both for home use and during a hike.
  4. Once rehydrated with water, the food regains its original appearance, flavor, aroma, and texture in about 10-15 minutes.

Benefits of Dehydrated Food:

Nutrient Preservation

One of the key benefits of dehydrating food with heat is that it retains more of the food's nutritional value compared to other preservation methods. While prolonged heat treatment can reduce some beneficial properties, our slow, low-heat process minimizes nutrient loss, ensuring that the food retains a high level of vitamins, minerals, and flavor. Research shows that dehydrated products retain most of their nutritional content, flavor, and aroma.

Lightweight and Compact

Dehydration reduces the weight of food significantly, as up to 90% of the moisture is removed during the process. This makes dehydrated food perfect for hiking and traveling, where carrying heavy food items is impractical. For example, 1 kg of dehydrated beef jerky or chicken jerky may lose up to 70% of its weight, and 1 kg of vegetables can lose up to 90%. The reduced weight makes it much easier to carry food on long trips.

Variety and Assortment

Thanks to modern dehydration technology, the variety of dehydrated foods available is constantly growing. We offer beef jerky and chicken jerky in a variety of delicious flavors, providing a protein-packed option for meat lovers. For vegetarians and vegans, we offer a wide selection of meat-free meals.

Long Shelf Life

Dehydrated foods have an exceptionally long shelf life—up to 2 years. During this time, the food stays fresh and retains its beneficial properties as long as the packaging remains sealed.

Dehydrated Food for Hiking and Easy Home Preparation

Dehydrated food is widely available in many countries and is often found on supermarket shelves alongside regular products. In Georgia, such products are typically found in specialized stores, like ours. We offer a wide range of dehydrated, dried, and combined foods perfect for tourists, hikers, and home preparation. You can purchase our products throughout Georgia, and we will deliver your order to any specified address using reliable transport companies.

Our dehydrated meals are not only great for hiking but are also designed for easy preparation at home, especially when you don’t have a microwave oven. Simply open the packaging, add hot water, stir, and let it steep for 10-15 minutes. It’s the perfect meal solution when you have limited time or resources but still want a nutritious, high-quality meal.

Benefits of Dehydrated Food While Hiking

Food for long hikes should meet certain requirements:

  • Light weight
  • High calorie content
  • Quick to prepare
  • Compact size

Hikers, trekkers, and climbers know how important these features are for a successful trip. Dehydrated foods are especially popular in camping conditions, where time, effort, and resources are limited. The preparation process is simple—just shake the package, open it, add boiling water, stir, and let it steep for 10-15 minutes. It’s that easy.

Additionally, thanks to vacuum packaging inside stand-up pouches, the food stays fresh for a long time. Once rehydrated, it retains its original appearance, rich flavor, and texture. Many hikers, athletes, and outdoor enthusiasts have already discovered the advantages of dehydrated food during their trips, and we’re sure you’ll appreciate it too.

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