How to prepare apricots
Here's how to prepare apricots for use in a recipe, from washing to slicing.
738 K 3.8/5 (194 reviews)
35 min.
Easy
900 g
1 IngredientLast modified on: July 12th 2023
For 900 g, you will need:
- 1
2 lb + 3.2 oz apricots
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Times for this recipe
Preparation: 35 min.
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Step by step recipe
Stage 1 - 5 min.
Wash 2 lb + 3.2 oz apricots thoroughly.
Stage 2
Cut each apricot in half, passing a knife around the pit.
Stage 3
Open the apricot.
Stage 4 - 20 min.
Remove the pit and set aside.
Repeat this process with all the apricots.
Repeat this process with all the apricots.
Stage 5 - 7 min.
Using a small knife, cut off the small, hard part of each apricot half where the apricot stem used to be, and discard it.
Stage 6
Then, depending on the use of your recipe, cut the apricots into small pieces (photo), into quarters, or leave them in halves.
Your apricots are ready to use.
Your apricots are ready to use.
Remarks
This procedure applies to all varieties of apricot.
Keeping: Use during the day.
Source: Home made.
Nutritional information
| Proteins (gr) | Carbohydrates (gr) | Fats (gr) | Energy value (in k-calories) | Energy value (in k-joules) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whole recipe | 10 RDI=4 % | 100 RDI=9 % | 0 | 440 RDI=20 % | 1,840 RDI: 20 % |
| Per 100 g | 1 RDI=0 % | 10 RDI=1 % | 0 | 40 RDI=2 % | 180 RDI: 2 % |
How much will it cost?
- For 900 g : 6 €
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