How to Reconstitute Dried Fruit
Select the dried fruit., Put the fruit into a large bowl., Pour water over the fruit., Let the fruit stand., Check that the fruit has reconstituted adequately.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Select the dried fruit.
Whether your following a recipe or simply preparing fruit for a dessert dish, choose the type and amount needed.
Most types of dried fruit will reconstitute well. -
Step 2: Put the fruit into a large bowl.
The fruit should not come more than halfway up the bowl, as it is going to double or even treble in size once the moisture is restored. , Pour enough to cover, and about another inch/2.5 centimeter (1.0 in) of water over the top. , The fruit should soak for at least 12 hours, or overnight.
Either place a lid, upside down plate or clean tea towel over the top, to prevent insects or anything else from falling in during the soaking process. , If you're happy it's ready, use as required.
If not, leave a bit longer. -
Step 3: Pour water over the fruit.
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Step 4: Let the fruit stand.
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Step 5: Check that the fruit has reconstituted adequately.
Detailed Guide
Whether your following a recipe or simply preparing fruit for a dessert dish, choose the type and amount needed.
Most types of dried fruit will reconstitute well.
The fruit should not come more than halfway up the bowl, as it is going to double or even treble in size once the moisture is restored. , Pour enough to cover, and about another inch/2.5 centimeter (1.0 in) of water over the top. , The fruit should soak for at least 12 hours, or overnight.
Either place a lid, upside down plate or clean tea towel over the top, to prevent insects or anything else from falling in during the soaking process. , If you're happy it's ready, use as required.
If not, leave a bit longer.
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