Drying Apricots In Dehydrator Recipe
Delicious, Sweet and Chewy Dehydrated Apricots Ready-to-use All Year Around
Equipment
- Dehydrator
- Basic Kitchen Stuffs
Ingredients
- Fresh Apricots
- Water
- Lime
Instructions
Preparing Apricots
- Choose ripe and firm apricots.
- Discard any rotting apricots.
- Gently wash apricots in lukewarm water.
- Allow apricots to dry completely.
- Cut apricots along the seam and remove any damaged parts.
- Chop larger apricots into quarters for uniform drying.
- Soak apricots in the lemon juice mixture for five minutes.
Dehydrating
- Arrange apricots on dehydrator trays with cut side up.
- Set the dehydrator temperature to 60°C (140°F) and timer to 12 hours.
- After 12 hours, press each apricot half with your thumb.
- Look for bright orange patches indicating the apricots are not fully dried.
- Store dried apricots in airtight containers or vacuum seal them.
- Consider over-drying or conditioning for long-term storage.
- Remove any pieces that are still moist.
- Store dried apricots in a cold, dark location.
Notes
- Choose ripe and firm apricots: Select fully ripe but firm apricots. Avoid overly ripe or mushy apricots, as they may not dehydrate properly.
- Discard rotting apricots: Before starting the drying process, inspect the apricots and discard any that are rotten or spoiled. It's important to work with fresh and healthy fruit.
- Gently wash apricots: Give the apricots a gentle wash in lukewarm water to remove any dirt or contaminants. However, avoid washing them too far in advance, as water can penetrate the core and cause decay from the inside.
- Allow apricots to dry completely: After washing, allow the apricots to dry completely before proceeding. This step is crucial to ensure optimal drying results.
- Cut apricots along the seam: Using a knife or your fingers cut them along the natural seam and divide them in two. The skin of the apricots contributes to their texture and flavor, so there's no need to peel them.
- Remove damaged parts: Inspect the apricots for any seriously damaged areas and remove them. This step ensures that only the best parts of the fruit are kept during the drying process.