Most of the time, "dry fruits and nuts" are fruits
and nuts that have been dried to get rid of their water content, which makes
them last longer and concentrates their flavors and nutrients. They are
well-liked as snacks or additions to a variety of dishes. Each is broken down as
follows:
Fruits & Nuts: These are fruits that have had their original
water content removed either naturally, through sun drying, or mechanically
using dehydrators. Dates, raisins (dried grapes), apricots, prunes (dried
plums), figs, and ...
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