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Dried Apricots

Also Known As : Sukhi Khubani, Kummani, Jaradalu
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Vegetarian

Taste Profile

Dried apricots have a sweet and sour taste.

Usage Tips

  1. Dried apricots can be eaten out of hand as a snack.
  2. They can be added to baked goods like breads, cakes, muffins, cookies, and desserts such as puddings.
  3. Some popular desserts made from dried apricots include 'qubani ka meetha' in India and 'chamoy' in Mexico.
  4. They are best stored, tightly wrapped in plastic or in a well-sealed container.

Common names and forms

  1. Dried Pitted Apricots
  2. Sun-Dried Turkish Apricots

Description

Dried apricots are those apricots that are pitted and dehydrated. they are a valued dried fruit. There are two main kinds of dried apricots: Turkish and California. Turkish dried apricots have a bright orange color with a mild flavor while California apricots are dark orange in colour with a strong apricot flavor. Dried apricots are a good substitute for fresh apricots and can be bought dried or semi-dried. These fruits are dried either by using sulphur dioxide or naturally dried in the sun. Apricots that are small are dried whole while larger ones are dried in halves, without the kernel. Dried apricots have been used in Chinese cuisine since the 7th century A.D and they would dry the apricots by salting and smoking techniques as well. Dried apricots are mainly produced in Turkey and California. They are available year-round.

Health benefits

  • Dried apricots are a concentrated source of vitamin A and K, which strengthens eyesight and prevents macular degeneration and cataract.(1)
  • Being high in magnesium they are helpful in regulating the blood pressure exerting a dilating effect on the arteries.(1)
  • It is abundant in iron which improves the oxygen carrying capacity of blood which further helps in better functioning of the organs.(1)
  • Vitamin K in dried apricots builds platelet count and also improves the rate of blood clotting, thus lowering the risk of excessive blood loss on injury.(1)
  • They are rich in alkali content, hence neutralise acidity in the stomach and aid good digestion.(1)

Selection Guide

Choose dried apricots that are clean, free from moisture and mould growth.

Note

Dried apricots should be consumed in moderation as they may contain sulphur dioxide. Those with conditions like asthma can be highly sensitive to the sulfide content in them, and it might cause further breathing difficulties and also allergies.(2)

Resource & Links

(1,2) https://mishry.com/benefits-side-effects-of-dried-apricots

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