What can I do with too many fresh apricots?

These 10 recipes make us love apricots even more

Apricot chicken. Apricot chicken with ginger and cayenne pepper. (
Apricot swirl cheesecake. Apricot swirl cheesecake (Photo: Miriam Kresh)
Apricot rice pilaf.
Apricot cake.
Apricot chutney.
Stuffed apricots.
Apricot almond bites.
Apricot tart.

How long do you boil apricots?

DIRECTIONS

Boil water in a small saucepan.
Add dried apricots.
Bring to a boil, turn to a simmer for 10 minutes.
Puree to desired consistency, using liquid to make smooth.
Mash with a food mill to remove skin.
When serving add water to desired consistency.

Do apricots need to be peeled?

Apricots are a stone fruit, which means it has a hard pit in the middle of it. The perk of using an apricot is that most recipes don’t require the smooth skin of the apricot to be peeled. However, should you need to peel them, simply blanch in boiling water for about 20 seconds and then plunge them into ice water.

Can you boil apricots?

The easiest way to cook fresh apricots is to boil them and store them as preserves for serving on toast, spooning over ice cream or adding to summer salads.

Can I freeze fresh apricots?

Here’s how to freeze apricots: Wash the apricot and pat dry. Place the halves on a baking sheet and freeze overnight. Then next day, put in a freezer bag and store in the freezer.

Can apricots be cooked?

Are stewed apricots good for you?

2. High in antioxidants. Apricots are a great source of many antioxidants, including beta carotene and vitamins A, C, and E. What’s more, they’re high in a group of polyphenol antioxidants called flavonoids, which have been shown to protect against illnesses, including diabetes and heart disease (5, 6 , 7 ).

How do you wash apricots?

Stone fruits such as apricots, peaches, nectarines, plums, and pluots should be rubbed firmly then rinsed under running water. Grapes, berries, and cherries should all be washed under running water just before eating.

How do you keep stewed apricots from turning brown?

Apricots will turn brown when exposed to air, even air in a sealed, sterile jar. To keep the fruit from turning brown, when you get a bowlful, sprinkle 1/4 cup lemon juice or Fruit-Fresh (which is just a mix of citric acid and vitamin C, perfectly natural).

Can stewed apricots be frozen?

When properly stored, frozen apricots last up to 12 months in the freezer. However, to enjoy optimal taste, I like to use them before 3-6 months have passed.

Will apricots make you poop?

Dried fruits, such as dates, figs, prunes, apricots, and raisins, are another great source of dietary fiber that acts as constipation relief. Since fiber isn’t digested, it retains water as it passes through your gut. This water softens your stool, helping to relieve constipation.

How to cook fresh apricots?

Wash the apricot and pat dry.

Break the apricot in half and remove the pit.

Place the halves on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a baking mat.

Freeze overnight.

Then next day,remove the pan from the freezer and place the frozen apricots in a zipper-topped freezer bag.

What to do with fresh apricots?

Prepare jars in a large pot and lids in separate small pot,as directed for making Apricot jam: cover each with water and bring to a boil.

Combine sugar and water in a medium stainless steel saucepan over medium-high heat.

Add apricots to the syrup,stirring,and return to a boil.

How to stew apricots?

Chop up all the fruit,discarding any stones.

Place the fruit in a pan. If using rhubarb,peel the ginger and finely grate it into the pan.

Once the fruit has softened,remove the lid and let the liquid reduce – you want to end up with a fairly thick consistency.

Serve over cereal,yoghurt,pancakes,granola,muesli or even with roast pork!

How to Chop dried apricots?

Boil water in a small saucepan.

Add dried apricots.

Bring to a boil,turn to a simmer for 10 minutes.

Puree to desired consistency,using liquid to make smooth.

Mash with a food mill to remove skin.

When serving add water to desired consistency.