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Considered to be a type of bush berry, this fruit is most often found growing in cooler climates. Surrounded by a pod that is a paper husk or calyx with visible veins, the Cape Gooseberry is a close relative to the Mexican tomatillo or the Ground Cherry, but it is not the same fruit. The Ground Cherry is smaller, somewhat sweeter but acidic, while the tomatillo is more tart in flavor. Caution is advised when using the Cape Gooseberry in foods, making sure no husks from the berry are eaten since the paper husk is poisonous. This type of berry is most often used for making desserts, jams, jellies, syrups, and sauces.
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USDA Nutrition Facts |
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| Serving Size 1 cup |
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| Calories 53 |
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| Protein 1g |
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| Total Fat 0g |
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| Total Carbohydrates 11g |
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| Cholesterol 0mg |
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Cape Gooseberry term - Related Content |
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| An egg-sized berry with a brown, furry skin and green flesh, more popularly known as kiwifruit. Although native to China, they are grown in other parts of the world, especially ... |
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| "Fool", a combination of fruit and cream, is a traditional dessert of the British Isles. Quick, easy - and good! |
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| In addition to being a terrific menu item for a picnic, this great salad, filled with a variety of tasty, bite-sized morsels, can be enjoyed as a complete meal for a light supper. |
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| Since gooseberries are rich in pectin, make this jam the old-fashioned way, without commercial pectin. If the jam will be used soon, or frozen, there is no need to bother with canning it. Jam will keep for weeks in the refrigerator. Makes 3 to 4, 1/2 pint jars. |
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| Tart gooseberries are balanced by the sweetness of onions. If gooseberries aren't available, use sour pie cherries, canned or fresh. |
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| Tart gooseberries pair especially well with pork. This recipe uses fresh gooseberries; if using canned, taste for sweetness before adding sugar. May be doubled or tripled. |
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