Dried Apples | Khushk Fruit |
₨ 700 – ₨ 2,800🍽️ Nutritional Snapshot (Per 100g of Unsweetened Dried Apples)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | ~240 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | ~65g |
| Sugars | ~57g |
| Fiber | ~8g |
| Protein | ~1g |
| Fat | ~0.3g |
| Potassium | ~450mg |
| Iron | ~0.3mg |
| Vitamin C | Low (reduced during drying) |
| Antioxidants | Moderate |
💡 Tips for Eating Dried Apples
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Choose unsweetened and unsulfured varieties for the healthiest option.
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Use in trail mixes, baking, or as a crunchy topping for oatmeal and salads.
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Can be reconstituted in warm water and added to dishes like stews or chutneys.
Dried Apricots | Khushk Khubani |
₨ 140 – ₨ 1,400🍽️ Nutritional Snapshot (Per 100g of Dried Apricots)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | ~240 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | ~63g |
| Sugars | ~53g |
| Fiber | ~7g |
| Protein | ~3.4g |
| Fat | ~0.5g |
| Vitamin A | ~3600 IU |
| Potassium | ~1160mg |
| Iron | ~2.7mg |
| Magnesium | ~32mg |
🌿 Tips for Eating Dried Apricots
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Soak overnight for better digestion and softer texture.
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Add to oatmeal, yogurt, trail mix, or couscous dishes.
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Combine with nuts for a balanced snack.
Dried Bananas | Khushk Fruit |
₨ 700 – ₨ 2,800🍽️ Nutritional Snapshot (Per 100g of Naturally Dried Bananas)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | ~350 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | ~88g |
| Sugars | ~47g |
| Fiber | ~7-9g |
| Protein | ~4g |
| Fat | ~1g |
| Potassium | ~1,000mg |
| Vitamin B6 | Moderate |
| Magnesium | ~108mg |
Note: Fried banana chips have added oil and sugar, which increases calories and fat — making them less healthy than naturally dried bananas.
💡 Tips for Eating Dried Bananas
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Look for unsweetened and unsulfured varieties.
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Add to trail mixes, granola, baking recipes, or eat on their own.
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Combine with nuts or seeds for a more balanced snack.
Dried Coconut | Khopra Giri |
₨ 300 – ₨ 1,200🍽️ Nutritional Snapshot (Per 100g of Dried Coconut)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | ~650 kcal |
| Protein | ~6g |
| Fat | ~65g (mostly healthy fats) |
| Carbohydrates | ~25g |
| Fiber | ~18g |
| Manganese | ~1.5mg |
| Copper | ~0.5mg |
| Iron | ~3mg |
| Calcium | ~14mg |
🧠 Note: Many commercial dried coconut products are sweetened, so be sure to choose unsweetened varieties to avoid added sugars.
💡 How to Use Dried Coconut
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Snack on it directly or mix with trail mix.
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Add to smoothies, granola, yogurt, or baked goods like muffins and cookies.
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Use in curries, soups, or salads for a tropical flavor.
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Top your oatmeal or acai bowls with shredded dried coconut.
Dried Dates | Chuara |
₨ 200 – ₨ 800🍽️ Nutritional Value (Per 100g of Dried Dates)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | ~277 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | ~75g |
| Sugars | ~63g |
| Fiber | ~7g |
| Protein | ~2g |
| Fat | ~0.2g |
| Potassium | ~650mg |
| Magnesium | ~54mg |
| Calcium | ~64mg |
| Iron | ~1mg |
Dried Fig | Anjeer |
₨ 200 – ₨ 4,000🍽️ Nutritional Snapshot (Per 100g of Dried Figs)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | ~250 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | ~63g |
| Sugars | ~47g |
| Fiber | ~9.8g |
| Protein | ~3.3g |
| Fat | ~1g |
| Calcium | ~162mg |
| Potassium | ~680mg |
| Magnesium | ~68mg |
| Iron | ~2mg |
💡 How to Eat Figs (Anjeer)
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Soaked overnight (2–3 pieces) to soften and improve digestion.
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Add to porridge, smoothies, trail mixes, or stuffed with nuts as a healthy dessert.
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Can be ground into paste for natural sweeteners in desserts or Ayurvedic tonics.
Dried Ginger | Sonth, Saunth |
₨ 100 – ₨ 2,100Dried ginger is the dehydrated form of fresh ginger root (Zingiber officinale), widely used in cooking, herbal remedies, and traditional medicine. It has a pungent, spicy-sweet flavor and offers concentrated health benefits compared to fresh ginger.
🌿 Dried Ginger – Quick Overview
🔬 Nutritional Profile (per 1 tsp – ~2g powdered dried ginger)
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Calories: ~6 kcal
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Carbs: ~1.3 g
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Fiber: ~0.4 g
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Protein: ~0.1 g
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Fat: ~0.1 g
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Vitamins: B6, small amounts of Vitamin C
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Minerals:
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Manganese
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Magnesium
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Potassium
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Iron
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Active compounds:
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Gingerol (present in fresh ginger) converts to shogaol and zingerone during drying, which have enhanced medicinal properties.
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Dried Kachri | Kachri Sabat |
₨ 250 – ₨ 1,100Kachri is a wild cucumber-like fruit (botanical name: Cucumis callosus or Cucumis melo var. callosus) native to arid regions of India, especially Rajasthan. It is commonly used in dried and powdered form as a meat tenderizer, spice, or souring agent in traditional Rajasthani cooking.
🌿 Kachri – Overview
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Other names: Wild melon, Kakri, Kachariya, Kachri powder
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Taste: Tangy, slightly bitter, and sour when dried
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Form used: Slices (sun-dried) or powder
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Uses: Cooking, marination, chutneys, and as a digestive aid
🔬 Nutritional & Medicinal Properties
(Values vary; based on traditional and ethnobotanical usage)
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Rich in:
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Natural enzymes
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Vitamin C
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Antioxidants
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Dietary fiber
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Low in calories and fat
Dried Mangoes | Khushk Fruit |
₨ 800 – ₨ 3,200🍽️ Nutritional Snapshot (Per 100g of Unsweetened Dried Mango)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | ~320–350 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | ~80–85g |
| Sugars | ~60–70g |
| Fiber | ~6–8g |
| Protein | ~2–3g |
| Fat | ~1g |
| Vitamin A | ~900–1,500 IU |
| Vitamin C | ~25–30mg |
| Potassium | ~300–400mg |
🔍 Note: Many commercial dried mangoes are sweetened (with added sugar or glucose syrup). Choose unsweetened and unsulfured versions for the healthiest option.
💡 How to Use Dried Mangoes
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Enjoy as a standalone snack.
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Dice and add to trail mixes, salads, yogurt, or baking recipes.
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Rehydrate in warm water for use in sauces, chutneys, or desserts.
Dried Pineapple | Khushk Fruit |
₨ 800 – ₨ 3,200🍽️ Nutritional Snapshot (Per 100g of Unsweetened Dried Pineapple)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | ~250–300 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | ~65g |
| Sugars | ~47–55g |
| Fiber | ~5g |
| Protein | ~2–3g |
| Fat | ~0.5g |
| Vitamin C | ~25mg (varies) |
| Potassium | ~250–300mg |
| Bromelain | Present |
🔎 Note: Many commercial dried pineapples are sweetened and candied, which significantly increases sugar and calorie content. Look for unsweetened, naturally dried versions for the healthiest choice.
💡 How to Enjoy Dried Pineapple
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Eat as a standalone snack or mix into trail mix, granola, or baking.
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Chop and add to salads, rice dishes, or smoothies for a tropical twist.
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Pairs well with nuts, coconut, and dark chocolate.
Dry Ginger Capsules
₨ 500 – ₨ 1,250Harness the power of pure dry ginger in convenient capsule form to support digestion, soothe inflammation, and boost immunity naturally.
Dry Lemon/ خشک لیموں
₨ 100 – ₨ 2,000Dry Lemon (خشک لیموں), also known as black lemon, loomi, or noomi basra in Middle Eastern cuisines, is simply sun-dried whole lime or lemon. It’s tangy, slightly smoky, and packed with both flavor and health benefits. In Urdu, it’s commonly called خشک لیموں or سوکھا لیموں.
🌿 خشک لیموں کے فائدے (Benefits of Dry Lemon):
🍋 ہاضمے کے لیے مفید
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پیٹ کی گیس، بدہضمی اور اپھارہ میں آرام دیتا ہے۔
🛡️ مدافعتی نظام مضبوط کرتا ہے
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وٹامن C سے بھرپور ہوتا ہے، جو نزلہ، زکام اور وائرل انفیکشن کے خلاف لڑنے میں مدد دیتا ہے۔
💧 جسم کو ڈیٹوکس کرتا ہے
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خشک لیموں کا قہوہ جسم سے فاضل مادوں کے اخراج میں مدد کرتا ہے۔
🩸 دل کی صحت
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کولیسٹرول لیول متوازن رکھنے میں مدد دیتا ہے، خاص طور پر اگر روزمرہ استعمال ہو۔
🔥 وزن کم کرنے میں مددگار
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بھوک کو کم کرتا ہے اور چربی گھلانے میں مدد کر سکتا ہے۔
☕ استعمال کے طریقے:
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قہوہ / چائے
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ایک یا دو خشک لیموں کو توڑ کر پانی میں اُبالیں اور چھان کر پئیں۔
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کھانوں میں
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عربی پکوان جیسے مرغ لحم، کبسا، یا لوبیا میں ذائقے کے لیے استعمال ہوتا ہے۔
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پاؤڈر بنا کر
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خشک لیموں کو پیس کر مصالحوں میں شامل کریں — خاص طور پر چٹنی یا سالن کے لیے۔
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⚠️ احتیاط:
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بہت زیادہ استعمال معدے پر اثر ڈال سکتا ہے۔
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تیزابیت یا گیس کے مریض استعمال سے پہلے مشورہ کریں۔
