Peanut prices have increased: Beware of food dye and peas used by fraudsters

Recently, the price of pistachios from Antep exceeding 3,000 lira per kilogram has activated fraudsters. Confectioner Zeynep Geyik, who warns citizens against the use of food coloring and peas in pistachio desserts, said, "Don't compromise your health for cheap desserts." The recent rise in the price of pistachios from Antep above 3,000 lira per kilogram has also stirred some fraudsters. Malicious individuals who see the rising prices as an opportunity are using peas, broken peanuts, and heavy food coloring instead of real Antep pistachios in pistachio desserts. It is pointed out that these methods, which deceive consumers based on appearance and color, carry serious risks both economically and in terms of public health. Adana-based confectioner Zeynep Geyik spoke to Ihlas News Agency on the subject. Geyik, who stated that the risk of imitation and adulteration is increasing, especially in baklava and pistachio desserts, said that some businesses use peas, broken peanuts, and ...