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Apricot

Sweet-tart apricot, pit and floral fragrance, more intense when dried.

Apricot is a fruit with tender, sweet flesh, and velvety orange skin. Its delicate, slightly sweet taste with tart notes makes it a staple of Mediterranean cuisine. Used fresh, dried, or processed, it brings flavor and moisture to savory dishes and desserts.

Best pairings

Classic · the proven matchAroma bridge · a shared aroma links themContrast · opposites balance out

Orange Classic
A warm Provençal citrus; pleasant acidity that balances concentrated sweetness.
88%
Almond Classic
Almond and apricot, twin stone fruit aromas.
86%
Lemon Classic
An essential tart citrus; its lively acidity structures and balances sweetness.
83%
Pistachio Classic
Apricot and pistachio, the pairing of Levantine sweets.
82%
Orange blossom water Classic
Natural partners in the Mediterranean, orange blossom enriches the fruity acidity of apricot in Moroccan preserves and tagines.
81%
Coppa Classic
Dried or fresh apricot adds a gentle sweetness that balances richness, an Italian summer tradition.
81%
Cinnamon Classic
Sweet-warm Mediterranean spice; cinnamon that warms in a Maghrebi Tarte Tatin pairing.
80%
Honey Classic
Apricot and honey, sweetness in Southern pastries.
80%
Lamb Classic
Dried apricots and lamb in sweet-savory tagines.
80%
Walnut Classic
Earthy Mediterranean nut; slight bitterness that balances concentrated sweetness.
80%

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In the kitchen

Oven-roasted with almonds and honeyDried as a side for braised meatsBlended into a sauce for poultryFresh in salad with cheese and mintConfit paste or jam

Signature dishes

Lamb Tagine with ApricotsDuck with ApricotsOriental Pastry with Dried Fruits

Substitutes

Peach Nectarine Plum

FAQ

What goes with apricot?

Apricot pairs especially well with orange, almond, lemon, pistachio and orange blossom water. A warm Provençal citrus; pleasant acidity that balances concentrated sweetness.

When is apricot in season?

Best season: summer.

What can I substitute for apricot?

If you don't have it, try: peach, nectarine, plum.