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Apricot Bit

Prunus armeniaca Allergen-Free
Apricot Bit

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Rosaceae
  • Primary Cuisine Mediterranean
  • Seasonality Late Spring - Mid Summer
  • Source Apricot fruit

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Definition

A small, orange-yellow stone fruit with a velvety skin and sweet-tart, juicy flesh, widely enjoyed fresh, dried, or in preserves.

Sensory Profile

TasteSweet, tart, fruity, slightly floral
TextureSoft, juicy (fresh), chewy (dried)
AromaFloral, fruity, slightly almondy
AcidityMedium

Technical Metrics

Nutrition Facts

Per 1 medium fruit (35g)
Calories48 kcal
Total Fat0.39g
Saturated Fat0.03g
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg
Protein1.4g
Total Carbohydrate11.12g
Dietary Fiber2g
Total Sugars9.24g
Calcium13mg
Iron0.39mg
Potassium259mg

Chef’s Secret

To peel apricots easily, blanch them briefly in boiling water, then immediately plunge into ice water; the skins will slip right off.

Substitutions

Best Match

Peach

1:1

Similar sweetness, juiciness, and fuzzy skin, but a milder flavor.

Nectarine

1:1

A smooth-skinned peach, good for similar texture and sweetness.

Plum

1:1

Similar tartness and juiciness, but different skin and deeper flavor.

Dried Fig (for dried)

1:1

Offers chewy texture and concentrated sweetness for baking or snacks.

Buying Guide

Look for firm, plump apricots with a rich orange color; avoid green or bruised fruit.

Flavor Pairings

Pork Chicken Almonds Pistachios Goat cheese Honey Rosemary