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Install App NowKhan Dry Fruits brings you premium Apricot (Khubani / خوبانی) — naturally sweet, chewy dried apricots prized across Pakistan for their iron, fibre and rich flavour. We source clean, openly graded khubani including world-famous Hunza and Gilgit-Baltistan varieties, with same day delivery in Lahore and nationwide Cash on Delivery in 1–3 days. Browse all apricot varieties, add them to a mixed dry fruits pack, or shop all products.
Khubani comes in fresh and dried forms. Fresh apricots are juicy and seasonal (harvested roughly May–July), while dried apricots are sun-dried, chewy and far more concentrated in iron, fibre and antioxidants — perfect for year-round snacking. Pakistan's Hunza and Gilgit-Baltistan valleys are famous for premium organic dried khubani, available with or without the kernel. Compare grades and pack sizes with live prices in our apricot collection.
Dried apricots are a nutrient-dense superfruit. They are a well-known iron source — paired with copper that aids iron absorption — making khubani a traditional favourite for supporting haemoglobin and fighting anaemia. Their dietary fibre supports digestion and acts as a gentle natural laxative, beta-carotene and vitamin A support vision, skin and immunity, and potassium helps with healthy blood pressure. With antioxidants plus calcium and magnesium for bones, a few dried apricots daily make an easy, wholesome snack — great alongside almonds, walnuts and kishmish.
A long-standing desi practice is soaking dried apricots overnight and eating them in the morning. Soaking softens the fruit and is traditionally believed to make nutrients like iron easier to absorb — which is why soaked khubani is a popular natural "blood-building" remedy in many Pakistani households. Treat it as gentle nutritional support and enjoy a moderate amount (around 3–5 dried apricots) per day.
Inside the apricot stone is the kernel (giri). In Hunza cuisine, sweet apricot kernels are used in cooking, and cold-pressed apricot kernel oil — rich in vitamin E and fatty acids — is valued for skincare, helping nourish dry skin and soften the look of fine lines.
Important: bitter apricot kernels contain natural compounds that release cyanide and are not safe to eat in large amounts. Only consume small quantities of sweet kernels, and never use bitter kernels as a remedy. Kernel oil for skin is for external use.
Khubani is wonderfully versatile in Pakistani kitchens: the classic dessert Khubani ka Meetha, tangy Khubani ki Chatni, plus salads, trail mixes, yogurt, oatmeal, smoothies, pulao and baked goods. For gifting, dried apricots look beautiful in our dry fruit gift boxes.
Naturally sweet apricots are a parent-approved alternative to factory candy — chewy, iron-rich and easy to add to milk, cereal or lunchboxes (soak or chop for very young children). Their natural sugars give quick energy before activity, and because the fibre keeps you full, a measured portion can satisfy sweet cravings as part of a balanced, weight-conscious diet. Build your own snack in our mixed dry fruits range.
Khubani prices in Pakistan depend on origin, grade and whether kernels are included — premium Hunza and Gilgit dried apricots sit above everyday grades, and rates move with the summer harvest and storage season. Every Khan Dry Fruits page shows a live, updated price, so you always pay today's rate. Compare across pack sizes in the apricot collection or the full dry fruits price list.
We promise premium quality, fresh daily stock rotated quickly, open grading, and both wholesale and retail supply for homes, shops and gifting. Every order benefits from easy online ordering, secure payments, fast customer support, same day delivery in Lahore and 15-day easy returns. You can also visit our Manzoor Colony Branch or our Aman Plaza Branch near Mughal Eye Hospital, Lahore, or learn more about us.
This information is general guidance, not medical advice. Dried apricots are naturally high in sugar, so people with diabetes or specific dietary needs should consult a qualified doctor or dietitian about portion sizes.
Learn before you buy — explore the full Khan Dry Fruits blog for nutrition, prices and buying guides:
Dried apricots are rich in iron (with copper to aid absorption), fibre for digestion, beta-carotene and vitamin A for eyes and skin, potassium for blood pressure, and antioxidants — making them a wholesome, energising snack. General guidance, not medical advice.
Soaking dried apricots overnight softens them and is traditionally believed to make nutrients like iron easier to absorb, which is why soaked khubani is a popular natural blood-building remedy. Keep portions moderate (about 3–5 a day).
Only in small amounts and only sweet kernels. Bitter apricot kernels contain natural compounds that release cyanide and are not safe in large quantities — do not use them as a remedy. Apricot kernel oil is mainly used for skincare.
Around 3–5 dried apricots a day is a commonly suggested amount — enough for the iron and fibre benefits without too much natural sugar.
Fresh apricots are lighter, hydrating and seasonal; dried apricots are more concentrated in iron, fibre and antioxidants and available year-round. Both are healthy — dried khubani is the convenient everyday choice.
In measured portions, yes — the fibre keeps you full and curbs sweet cravings as a replacement for sugary snacks. They are calorie-dense, so portion control matters.
Dried apricots are high in natural sugar, so people with diabetes should be careful with portions and consult their doctor or dietitian before adding them regularly.
Hunza and Gilgit-Baltistan are renowned for premium organic dried apricots — naturally sun-dried, lightly sweet and rich in iron and fibre, often considered Pakistan's best khubani.
Apricot prices vary by origin, grade and whether kernels are included, and move with the harvest. Live, updated rates for every pack size are shown on each product page in our apricot collection.
Buy premium khubani at Khan Dry Fruits — online with same day delivery in Lahore, or in person at our Manzoor Colony Branch and our Aman Plaza Branch near Mughal Eye Hospital, Lahore.
Keep them in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from sunlight, or refrigerate in hot weather to keep them soft and prevent drying out. We rotate stock fast and accept 15-day returns.
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