Afghan apricots: Dried apricots are a type of traditional dried fruit. When treated with sulfur dioxide, the color is vivid orange. Organic fruit not treated with sulfur vapor is darker in color and has a coarser texture. Generally, the lighter the color, the higher the SO₂ content. Afghan apricots are medium sized, with a smooth, pale-yellow skin Afghanistan apricots are a freestone variety, meaning the flesh does not adhere to inner almond-shaped stone. The pale-yellow flesh is soft and has a melting quality.
Nutrition &Benefit: 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.
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