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Red Currant

Ribes rubrum Allergen-Free
Red Currant

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Grossulariaceae
  • Primary Cuisine European
  • Seasonality Late Summer
  • Source Red Currant Bush

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

Small, tart, red berries growing in clusters, known for their vibrant color and sharp flavor in culinary applications.

Quel goût a le/la/l'Red Currant ?

Le/La/L'Red Currant a un goût tart, astringent, slightly sweet avec des arômes fresh, fruity, tangy.

Taste
Tart, Astringent, Slightly Sweet
Texture
Juicy, Small Seeds, Firm Skin
Aroma
Fresh, Fruity, Tangy
Acidity
High

Technical Metrics

Valeurs nutritionnelles

Per 60g (1/2 cup)
Calories56 kcal
Total Fat0.2 g
Saturated Fat0 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein1.4 g
Total Carbohydrate13.8 g
Dietary Fiber4.3 g
Total Sugars7.4 g
Calcium33 mg
Iron1 mg
Potassium275 mg

Le secret du chef

To easily remove currants from their stems, freeze them briefly; they will detach more cleanly.

Substituts & Proportions pour Red Currant

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Red Currant est Cranberry, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. Similar tartness and color, though often larger and less delicate.

Substituts pour Red Currant avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Cranberry Meilleur 1:1 Similar tartness and color, though often larger and less delicate.
Raspberry 1:1 Softer texture, sweeter, but still offers a good tart counterpoint.
Pomegranate Seeds 1:1 Offers tartness and crunch, visually similar but different flavor profile.
Lingonberry 1:1 Very similar taste profile, less common, often found as preserves.

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

  1. Choose firm, bright red berries still attached to their stems.
  2. Avoid soft, shriveled, or moldy currants.

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

  • Desserts
  • Jams
  • Jellies
  • Sauces for game meats
  • Salads
  • Garnishes

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Red Currant ?

Tart, Astringent, Slightly Sweet Fresh, Fruity, Tangy

Quel est un bon substitut pour Red Currant ?

Le meilleur substitut est Cranberry (1:1). Similar tartness and color, though often larger and less delicate.

Comment choisir et conserver le Red Currant ?

Choose firm, bright red berries still attached to their stems. Avoid soft, shriveled, or moldy currants.

Ingrédients Fruit associés

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