A List of Dry Fruits Names in Urdu with English Meanings

Do you ever go to a dry fruit shop and wonder what we say “Akhrot” or “Anjeer” means in English? Well then, you’re not the only one, and people in Pakistan know those dry fruits by Urdu names, but if you are struggling to recognise them in English, if online or in a local store. But when you know the names of different dry fruits in Urdu and English, then it can help you eat healthy food.

So, are you still going to purchase healthy dry fruits on normal days in the same style as before? 

A list of the most searched dry fruits in Urdu and English, with nuts, dried fruits, and seeds found in Pakistan, is provided below to help understand.

We at Albaraka Dry Fruits are the leading supplier of almonds, cashews, pistachios and more in Pakistan.

What are in Your Dry Fruits?

The first thing to determine the value of the dry fruit is to determine its constituents. Here are some of the common ones:

Almonds (Badam): Magnesium, fibre, healthy fats, Vitamin E. The easiest way to meet your magnesium requirements.

Walnuts (Akhrot): Contain a good source of omega-3’s in plant form. Also has antioxidants and B vitamins.

Cashews (Kaju): Are a source of zinc, iron and copper, which help build immunity and energy. There is a range of cashews in India and Vietnam!

Figs (Anjeer): Contain calcium, potassium and fibre.  Bone and digestive system. Albaraka will give you the current market price and quality of anjeer in Pakistan.

Date (Khajoor): Source of sugars, iron, and potassium – a fast source of energy. Some premium dates may be found here.

Raisins (Kishmish): Iron and antioxidants. Munakka (big raisins) are applied in traditional medicines when there is a low level of haemoglobin.

The Best Health Benefits of Dry Fruits

We are well acquainted with the benefits of dry fruits in Urdu, but science has spoken the truth as follows:

Memory and concentration

Nuts like Almonds and walnuts improve memory and concentration, and Pakistani students have been eating the nuts for a long time.

Heart Health

Pistachios and walnuts reduce bad cholesterol and keep blood pressure low. We have our selection of pistachios in stock.

Bone-strengthening

Figs and almonds are rich in calcium and magnesium, which makes the bones, especially the older ones, stronger.

Digestive health 

Figs and Khobani (apricots) are good bowel movement laxatives. You can eat dried apricots every day.

Iron and blood

Raisins and dates are used to treat low blood (haemoglobin), especially in Pakistan, among women.

Weight loss

Dry fruits are rich in calories; however, the satiety factor is high, hence, when taken in moderation, they do not give rise to cravings.

How to Add Dry Fruits to Your Daily Diet 

People will probably know about the advantages of dry fruits, but do not know how to add them to their diets without complicating it. They can be added in several ways, some of which are the following:

Morning routine

The next morning, soak 5 to 6 almonds overnight and consume them on an empty stomach the next morning. It is among the oldest names of healthy dry fruit in the traditional wellness culture in Pakistan.

In breakfast

Add chopped walnuts or raisins to your oatmeal, porridge or yogurt. It is naturally sweet without the use of sugar.

As a snack between meals

Instead of chips or biscuits, have a small portion of cashews, pistachios, and dried apricots. The amount of 30g is sufficient to satiate hunger between meals. 

In food and desserts

Pakistani desserts made using rice, e.g., zarda and pulao, are made using dried fruits, e.g., kishmish, khobani, and kupra. They render food good and nutritious. 

Time to have tea

Replace biscuits with chai and mixed nuts. And you can eat dry fruits, you can eat as a family, and every day. And here is our dry fruit collection order, and eat.