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fig and apricot shake is a pleasing drink which is far superior than the ready shakes available in the Indian market. Learn how to make fig apricot milkshake for pregnancy.

To make fig and apricot shake, soak the figs and apricots in ¼ cup of warm milk for at least ½ hour. Combine the soaked figs and apricots (with the milk), remaining 1 cup of milk, ice-cubes and sugar and blend in a mixer till smooth and frothy. Pour equal quantities of the shake into 2 individual glasses. Serve immediately garnished with almonds.

Fig and apricot protein shake is best had early in the morning for breakfast as your body conserves more nutrients at this time of the day. It is best for mums-to-be who often do not feel like eating breakfast.

Fig apricot milkshake for pregnancy is packed with fibre, calcium, vitamin A, natural sugar and protein. These dry fruits will provide you with energy and will also satiate your hunger. A garnish of almond slivers accentuates the flavours further, making the drink a delightful treat.

Pregnant women who often experience nausea are advised to sip on drinks to keep it at bay. This apricot smoothie is a wise choice then. This drink is also suitable for kids and senior citizens to make up for their calcium and protein needs for strengthening bones and nourishing cells and tissues.

Tips for fig and apricot shake. 1. You can avoid the sugar completely, as both dried figs and apricots are sweet in nature. 2. You can substitute milk with almond milk to go slightly healthier. 3. Avoid the use of ice-cubes if you have digestive problems.

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Fig and Apricot Shake ( Pregnancy Recipe) recipe - How to make Fig and Apricot Shake ( Pregnancy Recipe)

Preparation Time:    Cooking Time:    Total Time:     2Makes 2 glasses
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Ingredients

For Fig and Apricot Shake
5 slices dried figs (anjeer)
4 dried apricots (khumani / jardalu) , deseeded and chopped
1 1/4 cups milk
14 ice-cubes
1 tsp sugar , optional

For The Garnish
1 tbsp almonds (badam) slivers
Method

For fig and apricot shake
    For fig and apricot shake
  1. To make fig and apricot shake, soak the figs and apricots in ¼ cup of warm milk for at least ½ hour.
  2. Combine the soaked figs and apricots (with the milk), remaining 1 cup of milk, ice-cubes and sugar and blend in a mixer till smooth and frothy.
  3. Pour equal quantities of the shake into 2 individual glasses.
  4. Serve the fig and apricot shake immediately garnished with almonds.

Fig and Apricot Shake (Pregnancy and Calcium Rich Recipe) Video of Tarla Dalal

Fig and Apricot Shake ( Pregnancy Recipe) recipe with step by step photos

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what is fig apricot shake made of ?
  1. what is  fig apricot shake made of ? ig and apricot protein shake is made from 5 slices dried figs (anjeer), 4 dried apricots (khumani / jardalu) , deseeded and chopped, 1 1/4 cups milk (unsweetened almond milk can be used ), 4 to 5 ice-cubes and 1 tsp sugar , optional. See below image of list of ingredients for fig apricot shake.

what are dried apricots ?
    • Cut the apricot into half with a sharp knife. Remove the seeds and place a halve on a chopping board. Chop the dried apricots lengthwise at regular intervals with a sharp knife. Line all the long pieces together and chop horizontally to get chopped dried apricots. Oil the blade of the knife to chop easily. 
    • Dried apricot are wonderful; delicious, chewy and tangy yums. They are relatively inexpensive, especially if purchased in bulk. They are available year round in India. Dried apricot is fruit that has been dried, either naturally or through use of a machine, such as a dehydrator. 


what is anjeer and how to chop ?
    • Chop the dried figs with the help of a knife or scissors, while doing so dip cutting tool into warm water occasionally to prevent sticking. Place one dried fig on a chopping board and make vertical slits on it using a sharp knife to get long strips. Line all the strips together and make horizontal slits to get chopped dried figs. You can finely chop or roughly chop as per the recipe requirement.
    • Thought to be the sweetest fruit, figs are also one of the oldest fruits recognized by man. It's no wonder the fig has been enjoyed for centuries. 


soaking figs and apricots
  1. In a bowl put 5 chopped  dried figs (anjeer).
  2. Add 4 dried apricots (khumani / jardalu) , deseeded and chopped.
  3. Add ¼ cup of warm milk.
  4. Soak for at least ½ hour.

making fig apricot shake
  1. To make fig apricot shake recipe | fig and apricot protein drink | apricot smoothie | fig apricot milkshake for pregnancy | put the soaked figs and apricots (with the milk) in a mixer.
  2. Add the remaining 1 cup of milk.
  3. Add 1 tsp sugar , optional.
  4. Add ice cubes. We added 14 ice cubes.
  5. Blend in a mixer till smooth and frothy.
  6. Pour equal quantities of the shake into 2 individual glasses.
  7. Serve fig apricot shake | fig and apricot protein drink | apricot smoothie | fig apricot milkshake for pregnancy | immediately garnished with almonds.

tips for fig apricot shake
  1. You can avoid the sugar completely, as both dried figs and apricots are sweet in nature.
  2. You can substitute milk with unsweetened almond milk to go slightly healthier.
  3. Avoid the use of ice-cubes if you have digestive problems. Then you will need to add 3/4 cup water.
     
  4. Figs and apricots milkshake have lots of fibre which helps to relieve constipation and great for pregnancy.
  5. Figs and apricots shake rich in calcium and phosphorus. 
  6. Figs and apricots take a little more time to blend.

Nutrient values (Abbrv) per glass
Energy150 cal
Protein5.5 g
Carbohydrates13.1 g
Fiber0.2 g
Fat8.2 g
Cholesterol20 mg
Sodium24.4 mg

RECIPE SOURCE : Pregnancy CookbookBuy this cookbook
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Fig and Apricot Shake ( Pregnancy Recipe)
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n_katira
 on 02 Jul 14 02:26 PM


I have tried making many types of milkshakes. But had never tried this combo of dry fruits. Thanks for this delicious recipe Tarla aunty.
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