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Prunes are rich with possibilities in the kitchen. Browse through our recipes by category or ingredient for sweet and savory inspiration.

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These savory meatballs get a hint of sweetness thanks to prunes. Blending in yogurt to a bell pepper-paprika sauce complements the protein-rich appetizer

Crispy Sesame Meatballs with Yogurt and Pepper Dip

Cook Time: 15 min

Whole Pitted Prunes

Gluten-Free, Meat / Poultry / Fish

Prunes give moisture and improve the texture of these Eastern Mediterranean lamb meatballs with yogurt sauce.

Spiced Lamb Meatballs with Yogurt Sauce

Cook Time: 20 min

Prune Bits

Meat / Poultry / Fish

Using prunes in Korean bulgogi marinade in place of some of the sugar boosts the savory flavor of the meat and adds deeper dimension to the finished dish.

Bulgogi

Cook Time: 60 min

Prune Juice Concentrate, Prune Bits

Meat / Poultry / Fish, Sauces / Rubs

When mixed with soy sauce, prunes lend complimentary sweetness in place of sugar. In this poke bowl, the flavors of soy sauce and sesame come to life with bits of sweet prunes and peppery greens

Hawaiian Poke Bowl

Cook Time: 30 min

Diced Prunes

Meat / Poultry / Fish

Full of color and flavor, this Southeast Asian fish curry is an unexpected twist on a classic curry. Tamarind is a typical seasoning ingredient in fish curries because it delivers bright flavor. While sweeter, the tanginess of prunes can achieve a similar effect. For a variation, try soaking prunes in lime juice before adding them to the curry.

Seafood Coconut Curry

Cook Time: 20 min

Diced Prunes

Dairy-Free, Meat / Poultry / Fish

Make flavorful teriyaki steak with less sodium with Sunsweet Pruness

Slow-Cooker Teriyaki Steak Rice Bowls

Cook Time: 4 hours

Prune Bits

Dairy-Free, Meat / Poultry / Fish

Make a flavorful warm chicken salad with Sunsweet prunes

Roast Chicken with Prune and Fennel Bread Salad

Cook Time: 1 hour 25 min

Diced Prunes

Meat / Poultry / Fish

Chicken thighs are more flavorful when braised with Sunsweet prunes and dried apricots.

Slow-Cooker Chicken Thighs with Ginger, Prunes, and Apricots

Cook Time: 3.5 hours

Whole Pitted Prunes

Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Meat / Poultry / Fish

pork spiedini with prunes and cherry-walnut soffritto

Pork Spiedini with Walnut and Cherry Chutney

Cook Time: 15 min

Whole Pitted Prunes

Meat / Poultry / Fish

crispy baked pork cutlets

Crispy Baked Pork Cutlets with Homemade Tonkatsu Sauce

Prune Bits, Diced Prunes

Dairy-Free, Meat / Poultry / Fish

Grilled Chicken with Chipotle Barbecue Glaze

Grilled Chicken with Chipotle Barbecue Sauce

Dried Plum Puree, Diced Prunes

Meat / Poultry / Fish, Sauces / Rubs

Chili Shrimp Stir-Fry with Lemon, Cilantro, and Prunes

Diced Prunes

Dairy-Free, Meat / Poultry / Fish

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Moisture Binding in Meat Products

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Adding moisture to meat is possible with clean-label options, such as using ingredients made from prunes. Traditionally, enhanced meat and…

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Prune Flavor Pairings

Bakery,  Meat / Poultry,  Sauces,  Trends

Prunes have long been used on cheese plates and chocolate desserts, but there’s a number of other ways to leverage their mellow, sweet flavor in both sweet and savory applications.

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