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Star Fruit

Averrhoa carambola Allergen-Free
Star Fruit

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Oxalidaceae
  • Primary Cuisine Southeast Asian
  • Seasonality Late Summer to Early Winter
  • Source Carambola Tree

¿Qué es Star Fruit?

An attractive, five-pointed star-shaped tropical fruit with a sweet-tart, juicy flavor and waxy skin, often used for garnishes.

¿A qué sabe Star Fruit?

Star Fruit tiene un sabor sweet-tart, citrusy, apple-like, grape-like con aromas fruity, slightly floral.

Taste
Sweet-Tart, Citrusy, Apple-like, Grape-like
Texture
Juicy, Crisp, Firm, Waxy skin
Aroma
Fruity, Slightly floral
Acidity
Medium-High

Technical Metrics

Información Nutricional

Per 1 medium fruit (90g)
Calories31 kcal
Total Fat0.3 g
Saturated Fat0.1 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein1 g
Total Carbohydrate6.7 g
Dietary Fiber2.8 g
Total Sugars4 g
Calcium3 mg
Iron0.1 mg
Potassium133 mg

El Secreto del Chef

Star fruit contains high levels of oxalic acid; individuals with kidney issues should avoid it entirely.

Sustitutos y Proporciones de Star Fruit

El mejor sustituto para Star Fruit es Kiwi, usado en una proporción de 1:1. Similar sweet-tart flavor profile and vibrant green color, different shape.

Sustitutos para Star Fruit con proporciones
Sustituto Proporción Mejor para
Kiwi Mejor 1:1 Similar sweet-tart flavor profile and vibrant green color, different shape.
Green Apple 1:1 Offers crisp texture and tartness, but less juicy and no star shape.
Pineapple 1:1 Tropical, juicy, and sweet-tart, though much bolder flavor.

Cómo Elegir y Almacenar Star Fruit

Choose firm, blemish-free fruit with a yellow-green hue; avoid brown ridges.

¿Con Qué Combina Bien Star Fruit?

  • Seafood
  • salads
  • tropical fruit salads
  • desserts
  • cocktails

Preguntas frecuentes

¿A qué sabe Star Fruit?

Sweet-Tart|Citrusy|Apple-like|Grape-like Fruity|Slightly floral

¿Cuál es un buen sustituto para Star Fruit?

El mejor sustituto es Kiwi (1:1). Similar sweet-tart flavor profile and vibrant green color, different shape.

¿Cómo eliges y almacenas Star Fruit?

Choose firm, blemish-free fruit with a yellow-green hue; avoid brown ridges.

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