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Sour Cherry

Prunus cerasus Allergen-Free
Sour Cherry

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Rosaceae
  • Primary Cuisine European|American
  • Seasonality Early Summer
  • Source Cherry Tree

Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Sour Cherry ?

A tart, red fruit known for its intense flavor, commonly used in baking, preserves, and beverages rather than eaten fresh.

"The Zesty Counterpoint: A fruit that brings balance and brightness, cutting through richness with its delightful tang."

Quel goût a le/la/l'Sour Cherry ?

Tart, Fruity, Bright, Astringent (mild)

Taste
Tart, Fruity, Bright
Texture
Juicy, Firm flesh
Aroma
Fruity, Almond-like (pits)
Acidity
High

Technical Metrics

High Antioxidant Levels

Rich in anthocyanins (red pigments)

Primary Seasonality

Late spring to mid-summer

Typical pH Level

3.2-3.8 (acidic)

Valeurs nutritionnelles

Per 1 cup (150g)
Calories60 kcal
Total Fat0.3 g
Saturated Fat0 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein1 g
Total Carbohydrate15 g
Dietary Fiber2 g
Total Sugars13 g
Calcium13 mg
Iron0.3 mg
Potassium170 mg

Le secret du chef

When making pie or jam, a tiny pinch of almond extract can enhance the cherry flavor, as the compounds are related.

Substituts & Proportions pour Sour Cherry

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Sour Cherry est Cranberries, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. Similar tartness and color, great for baking and sauces. Less sweet.

Substituts pour Sour Cherry avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Cranberries Meilleur 1:1 Similar tartness and color, great for baking and sauces. Less sweet.
Raspberries 1:1 Tangy, juicy, and bright. Softer texture, more fragile.
Red Currants 1:1 Very tart, small berries, often used in similar applications like pies and jams.
Blackberries 1:1

Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Sour Cherry

  1. Fresh sour cherries are seasonal; look for bright, firm, unblemished fruit.
  2. Frozen or canned (in water/light syrup) are excellent year-round alternatives.

Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Sour Cherry ?

  • Almonds
  • vanilla
  • chocolate
  • cinnamon
  • duck
  • pork
  • goat cheese.

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Sour Cherry ?

Tart, Fruity, Bright, Astringent (mild) Fruity|Almond-like (pits)

Quel est un bon substitut pour Sour Cherry ?

Le meilleur substitut est Cranberries (1:1). Similar tartness and color, great for baking and sauces. Less sweet.

Comment choisir et conserver le Sour Cherry ?

Fresh sour cherries are seasonal; look for bright, firm, unblemished fruit. Frozen or canned (in water/light syrup) are excellent year-round alternatives.

Ingrédients Fruit|Berry associés

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