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Black Currant

Ribes nigrum Allergen-Free
Black Currant

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Grossulariaceae
  • Primary Cuisine European
  • Seasonality Mid-Summer
  • Source Black Currant Bush

Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Black Currant ?

A small, dark purple-black berry known for its intense tartness and rich, musky flavor.

"The Powerhouse of Tartness"

Quel goût a le/la/l'Black Currant ?

Tart, astringent, musky, earthy, sometimes slightly sweet when ripe.

Taste
Tart, Astringent, Musky, Fruity
Texture
Soft, Juicy, Small Seeds
Aroma
Fruity, Earthy, Pungent
Acidity
High

Technical Metrics

Popular Liqueur

Crème de Cassis

Primary Global Producer

Poland

Vitamin C Content

Higher than oranges per serving

Valeurs nutritionnelles

Per 80g (1 cup)
Calories63 kcal
Total Fat0.4 g
Saturated Fat0.0 g
Trans Fat0.0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein1.4 g
Total Carbohydrate15.4 g
Dietary Fiber4.3 g
Total Sugars7.7 g
Calcium55 mg
Iron1.5 mg
Potassium322 mg

Le secret du chef

To reduce tartness in fresh black currants for desserts, macerate them with a little sugar for an hour before use.

Substituts & Proportions pour Black Currant

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Black Currant est Blueberries + Lemon Juice, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1 berries + 1 tsp lemon per cup. Good color and texture match, lemon adds tartness.

Substituts pour Black Currant avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Blueberries + Lemon Juice Meilleur 1:1 berries + 1 tsp lemon per cup Good color and texture match, lemon adds tartness.
Red Currants 1:1 Similar tartness and appearance, but less intense flavor.
Cranberries 1:1 Very tart, good for jams and sauces, different texture.
Dark Cherries (sour) 1:1 Adds similar color and a pleasant tartness, often sweeter.

Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Black Currant

Choose firm, plump berries with no mold or shriveling.

Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Black Currant ?

  • Game Meats
  • Desserts
  • Jams
  • Syrups
  • Gin

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Black Currant ?

Tart, astringent, musky, earthy, sometimes slightly sweet when ripe. Fruity|Earthy|Pungent

Quel est un bon substitut pour Black Currant ?

Le meilleur substitut est Blueberries + Lemon Juice (1:1 berries + 1 tsp lemon per cup). Good color and texture match, lemon adds tartness.

Comment choisir et conserver le Black Currant ?

Choose firm, plump berries with no mold or shriveling.

Ingrédients Fruit associés

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