The Most Common Dry Fruits in Pakistan

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Dry fruits in Pakistan are considered a true seasonal delicacy. Every single year in the winter season, people from across the country get together on this common note of purchasing dry fruits in large amounts, and then sitting together to eat them throughout the season, almost as a sort of social activity.

In this article, we will tell you about some of the most commonly found and consumed dry fruits in the country of Pakistan, as well as some of the benefits that are to be found in the consumption of them. If you want to find these online, a good idea is to search dry fruit online Pakistan.

What are the commonly found dry fruits in Pakistan?

Below listed are the names of the most common dry fruits, what they are, and what the advantages of eating them are. You should also be able to get an idea about the price of dry fruits in Pakistan from reading this article.

Almonds (Badam)

Almonds or badam as they are known in the region are probably the dry fruit you will find most commonly available regardless of which place you go to in Pakistan. Both salted and unsalted varieties are very commonly available.

Almonds are known for being high in protein, as well as Vitamin E which is an important vitamin for boosting your immune system. In addition, studies find that people who regularly consume almonds usually have lower levels of bad cholesterol in their bodies. The price of Almonds can vary quite widely from an average of Rs. 2000-4000 in Pakistan based on their quality.

Dates (Khajoor)

Khajoor or Pakistani dates are something that you will see across the country, especially during religious festivals and periods, as there is a close historical and religious association in the country and the Muslim world with this dry fruit.

The most commonly found dates in Pakistan tend to be Aseel dates, which usually are grown in the Sindh region of the country. Aseel dates usually cost somewhere in the range of Rs. 600-800 for a kilogram.

Dates are known to be high in both antioxidants, as well as containing fiber, which is the most helpful nutrient for stomach health. They are also often used as a natural sweetener for people with diabetes and related issues.

Raisins (Kishmish)

Raisins are, after dates probably the second most consumed dried fruit variety in Pakistan. Known locally as Kishmish, Raisins are fresh grapes dried by putting them in the sun for multiple days, usually one or two weeks, until they shrivel and condense to form what we know as raisins.

There are a lot of benefits of raisins. Raisins are known for containing high levels of potassium and magnesium, which makes them very helpful in helping to maintain blood pressure by counteracting the sodium that is inside your body. They also help protect you from diseases like heart disease and brain-related diseases. The Price of Kishmish can vary from Rs. 500-1200 depending on variety.

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