Currants, Organic, 500g

500g of Organic Currants packed in our plant-based cellulose, compostable packaging.

Currants (often called Zante currants) are small, dark dried grapes. They’re dried from a naturally tiny, seedless grape, resulting in a more intense flavour and firmer texture than raisins.

Flavour & texture

Deeply sweet with a sharp, slightly tangy edge. Firmer and drier than raisins, with a concentrated, almost wine-like fruitiness.

Common culinary uses

• Baking – scones, fruit loaves, Eccles cakes
• Traditional British puddings – Christmas pudding, mincemeat
• Biscuits – rock cakes, buns
• Savoury dishes – pilafs, couscous, stuffings
• Salads – grain or leaf-based for sweet contrast

Currants distribute very evenly in baking due to their size.

Using currants

• Soak briefly if you want a softer texture
• Dust in flour before adding to cake batters
• Add early in baking — they hold their shape well
• Balance with fat or spice to soften their sharpness

Tip: Currants take well to soaking in tea, citrus juice, or alcohol.

Nutritional & practical benefits

(Nutritional information — not medical advice)

• High in natural sugars – concentrated energy
• Source of fibre – supports digestion
• Contains iron – supports red blood cell function
• Rich in antioxidants – polyphenols
• Low fat & cholesterol-free

Due to their intensity, smaller quantities are usually needed than raisins.

Classic pairings

• Mixed spice, nutmeg, cinnamon
• Orange or lemon zest
• Butter-rich pastries
• Lamb, rice, couscous
• Almonds and walnuts

Contains sunflower oil.