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Surinam-cherry pitanga
Calories & nutrition facts
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Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 33 kcal —
- Protein 0.8 g 2%
- Carbohydrate 7.5 g 3%
- Fat 0.4 g 1%
- Sodium 3 mg 0%
- Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 75 µg 8%
- Vitamin C 26.3 mg 29%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.03 mg 3%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.04 mg 3%
- Niacin (B3) 0.3 mg 2%
- Vitamin B12 0 µg 0%
Minerals
- Calcium 9 mg 1%
- Iron 0.2 mg 1%
- Magnesium 12 mg 3%
- Phosphorus 11 mg 1%
- Potassium 103 mg 2%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 33 | 0.8 g | 7.5 g | 0.4 g |
| 1 × cup | 173 g | 57 | 1.4 g | 13 g | 0.7 g |
| 1 × fruit without refuse | 7 g | 2 | 0.1 g | 0.5 g | 0 g |
| 2 × cup | 346 g | 114 | 2.8 g | 26 g | 1.4 g |
| ½ × cup | 86.5 g | 29 | 0.7 g | 6.5 g | 0.3 g |
| 3 × cup | 519 g | 171 | 4.2 g | 39 g | 2.1 g |
| 4 × cup | 692 g | 228 | 5.5 g | 52 g | 2.8 g |
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Questions about Surinam-cherry pitanga
What does Surinam cherry pitanga taste like?
Ripe fruit is juicy and fragrant, with a sweet-tart flavour that can have resinous or peppery notes. The deeper-coloured fruit is often sweeter; very firm, pale fruit tends to be more tart.
Can you eat Surinam cherry pitanga raw?
Yes. Rinse it and eat the flesh fresh; the fruit has a large central stone, which you can spit out rather than bite into.
How do you know when Surinam cherry pitanga is ripe?
Pick fruit that is fully coloured and gives slightly when handled gently. It bruises easily, so pick or buy it carefully and avoid fruit that is mouldy or leaking.
How should you store Surinam cherry pitanga?
Keep ripe fruit in a covered container in the fridge and eat it promptly, as it bruises and softens quickly. For longer storage, remove the stones and freeze the flesh in a single layer before transferring it to a container.
What can you make with Surinam cherry pitanga?
Cook the pitted fruit into jam, compote or a sauce, or blend it into juice and smoothies. Straining purée removes the fibrous bits and any fragments of stone.
What flavours go well with Surinam cherry pitanga?
Its tart, aromatic flavour works well with lime, ginger and mint in drinks, and with vanilla or citrus in desserts. Try it as a sharp fruit sauce alongside yoghurt or a mild pudding.
Is Surinam cherry pitanga a source of vitamin C?
Yes. A 100 g portion provides 26.3 mg of vitamin C, making it a source of this vitamin.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 169129 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
