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Elderberry

Sambucus nigra Allergen-Free
Elderberry

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Adoxaceae
  • Primary Cuisine European|North American
  • Seasonality Late Summer to Early Fall
  • Source Elder tree fruit

Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Elderberry ?

Small, tart, dark purple berries from the elder tree, traditionally used in jams, wines, and medicinal preparations, known for their distinctive flavor.

Quel goût a le/la/l'Elderberry ?

Le/La/L'Elderberry a un goût tart, earthy, slightly sweet (when ripe/cooked), sometimes a bit bitter, fruity avec des arômes earthy, fruity, wine-like, slightly floral.

Taste
Tart, earthy, slightly sweet (when ripe/cooked), sometimes a bit bitter, fruity
Texture
Small, juicy, soft flesh, crunchy tiny seeds
Aroma
Earthy, fruity, wine-like, slightly floral
Acidity
Medium

Technical Metrics

Valeurs nutritionnelles

Per 80g (1 cup)
Calories70 kcal
Total Fat0.5 g
Saturated Fat0.1 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein0.7 g
Total Carbohydrate18 g
Dietary Fiber7 g
Total Sugars7 g
Calcium38 mg
Iron1.6 mg
Potassium280 mg

Le secret du chef

Always cook elderberries thoroughly to neutralize the naturally occurring cyanogenic glycosides. The flowers are also edible and used to make cordial.

Substituts & Proportions pour Elderberry

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Elderberry est Blackcurrants, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. Similar tartness, color, and jam-making qualities.

Substituts pour Elderberry avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Blackcurrants Meilleur 1:1 Similar tartness, color, and jam-making qualities.
Blueberries (tart varieties) 1:1 Sweeter, but good for color and general berry applications.
Lingonberries 1:1 More tart and earthy, but harder to find.
Cranberries (cooked, sweetened) 1:1 For tartness and color in sauces or jams.

Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Elderberry

  1. Look for plump, dark berries.
  2. Often found dried, as syrup, or frozen, as fresh are seasonal and can be toxic if raw.

Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Elderberry ?

  • Jams
  • jellies
  • pies
  • crumbles
  • syrups
  • wines
  • cordials
  • infused vinegars.

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Elderberry ?

Tart, earthy, slightly sweet (when ripe/cooked), sometimes a bit bitter, fruity Earthy, fruity, wine-like, slightly floral

Quel est un bon substitut pour Elderberry ?

Le meilleur substitut est Blackcurrants (1:1). Similar tartness, color, and jam-making qualities.

Comment choisir et conserver le Elderberry ?

Look for plump, dark berries. Often found dried, as syrup, or frozen, as fresh are seasonal and can be toxic if raw.

Ingrédients Fruit associés

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