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Blue Plum

Prunus domestica Allergen-Free
Blue Plum

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Rosaceae
  • Primary Cuisine European, Global
  • Seasonality Late Summer - Early Fall (July-September)
  • Source Plum tree fruit

Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Blue Plum ?

A category of plum varieties characterized by their dark blue to purple skin, typically sweet and juicy flesh, and a freestone or clingstone pit.

Quel goût a le/la/l'Blue Plum ?

Le/La/L'Blue Plum a un goût sweet, tart, juicy, astringent (skin) avec des arômes fruity, sweet, floral, wine-like.

Taste
Sweet, Tart, Juicy, Astringent (skin)
Texture
Soft, Juicy, Smooth, Slightly Fibrous
Aroma
Fruity, Sweet, Floral, Wine-like
Acidity
Med

Technical Metrics

Valeurs nutritionnelles

Per 1 medium fruit (66g)
Calories46 kcal
Total Fat0.3 g
Saturated Fat0 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein0.7 g
Total Carbohydrate11.4 g
Dietary Fiber1.4 g
Total Sugars9.9 g
Calcium6 mg
Iron0.1 mg
Potassium157 mg

Le secret du chef

To easily pit plums for baking or jams, cut around the seam, twist the halves apart, and then pry out the pit with your thumb or a small spoon.

Substituts & Proportions pour Blue Plum

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Blue Plum est Red Plum, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. Very similar taste and texture, often slightly less tart depending on variety.

Substituts pour Blue Plum avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Red Plum Meilleur 1:1 Very similar taste and texture, often slightly less tart depending on variety.
Prunes (rehydrated) 1:1 (weight) Dried plums; good for baking or stewing, but rehydrate for fresh texture. Intense sweetness.
Cherry 1:1 (volume, pitted) Offers a similar tart-sweet balance and juicy texture, but smaller and different aroma.
Apricot 1:1 Good for baking, similar tang and softness, but with a fuzzier skin and different flavor profile.

Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Blue Plum

  1. Choose plump, firm plums with a rich color and a slight give when gently squeezed.
  2. Avoid soft spots.

Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Blue Plum ?

  • Pork
  • duck
  • cinnamon
  • ginger
  • star anise
  • almonds
  • cheese
  • yogurt
  • oats.

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Blue Plum ?

Sweet, Tart, Juicy, Astringent (skin) Fruity, Sweet, Floral, Wine-like

Quel est un bon substitut pour Blue Plum ?

Le meilleur substitut est Red Plum (1:1). Very similar taste and texture, often slightly less tart depending on variety.

Comment choisir et conserver le Blue Plum ?

Choose plump, firm plums with a rich color and a slight give when gently squeezed. Avoid soft spots.

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