{"product_id":"organic-apricots-unsulphured-250g-500g","title":"Organic Apricots Unsulphured 250g\/500g","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese certified organic apricots from \u003cstrong\u003eJust Natural Organic\u003c\/strong\u003e are the unsulphured variety — naturally dried without sulphur dioxide (E220), which gives them their characteristic dark brown colour rather than the vivid orange of conventional dried apricots. The absence of sulphur preservatives is the defining quality choice here: what you gain is a truer, deeper apricot flavour and a product genuinely free from artificial additives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnsulphured apricots are rich in \u003cstrong\u003ebeta-carotene\u003c\/strong\u003e (pro-Vitamin A), \u003cstrong\u003epotassium\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eiron\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003edietary fibre\u003c\/strong\u003e. The drying process concentrates these nutrients significantly. They are particularly valued by those sensitive to sulphites, which are listed as a major allergen in the UK and can trigger reactions in susceptible individuals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertified organic\u003c\/strong\u003e by the Soil Association. Plastic-free, home-compostable packaging. Available in 250g and 500g.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEat straight from the bag. Chop and add to porridge, muesli, or granola. Use in Moroccan-style dishes with lamb, chickpeas, or couscous. Add to Christmas cake, fruit cake, or flapjacks. Simmer with orange juice and cardamom for a compote. Blend into jam or chutney. Soak overnight and blend into a smooth apricot sauce for desserts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecipe idea — Moroccan Chickpea \u0026amp; Apricot Stew:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fry 1 onion with 2 cloves garlic, 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp coriander, ½ tsp turmeric, and ½ tsp cinnamon in olive oil. Add 1 tin chickpeas (drained), 400ml vegetable stock, 100g roughly chopped unsulphured apricots, and 200g chopped tomatoes. Simmer for 20 minutes. Serve over couscous with toasted almonds and fresh parsley. The apricots add sweetness and a fruity depth that balances the warm spices beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNutritional Values per 100g\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnergy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1009 kJ \/ 241 kcal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.5g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOf Which Saturates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarbohydrates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e63g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOf Which Sugars\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e53g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFibre\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.3g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtein\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.4g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSalt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.01g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey nutrients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very high in beta-carotene (pro-Vitamin A), potassium (1160mg\/100g — 58% NRV), iron (2.7mg\/100g — 19% NRV), dietary fibre (7.3g\/100g), and vitamin C. No added sulphur dioxide or preservatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic Unsulphured Dried Apricots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy are these brown and not orange?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe bright orange colour of conventional dried apricots comes from sulphur dioxide (E220), a preservative that prevents oxidation and browning. Unsulphured apricots oxidise naturally during drying, turning a deep caramel-brown. The brown colour is a quality indicator — it means no sulphur preservatives have been used. The flavour is actually more concentrated and apricot-forward without the slight chemical note that sulphur dioxide can add.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho should choose unsulphured apricots?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAnyone sensitive to sulphites (E220 is a declared major allergen in the UK), those following a strictly additive-free diet, and anyone who simply prefers to avoid artificial preservatives. Sulphite sensitivity can cause symptoms including headaches, breathing difficulties, and skin reactions in susceptible individuals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre these suitable for baking?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — unsulphured apricots work excellently in fruit cakes, flapjacks, Moroccan tagines, and compotes. Their deeper colour will be less visually striking than orange sulphured apricots in pale baked goods, but the flavour is superior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre these gluten-free?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — dried apricots are naturally gluten-free. Packed in a facility handling gluten-containing grains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I store them?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStore in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. 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