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Sharlyn Melon
The Sharlyn melon has a cracked skin with tan and yellow-orange coloring. Superficially resembling an elongated Cantaloupe, the Sharlyn does not possess the sweet unctuous flavor of Cantaloupes, rather a more restrained balance of sweetness
Mache
Mache has been cultivated in France since the 17th century, and in France it is known as doucette. It is also known as "lamb's lettuce" because its leaves resemble the size and shape of a lamb's tongue.
Grower
Goji berries are most plentiful between late summer and fall.
Fresh Goji berries are a vibrant red and orange and look comparable to currants in shape and size. They have a tangy yet sweet flavor and a juicy texture similar to that of a cherry or grape. The berries are delicate and must be picked by hand.
Most Goji berries available for purchase are in dried or frozen form. Use fresh or frozen berries in pancakes, cook down to make syrup, blend into smoothies and fold into muffin or scone batters. Use dried berries in chunky cookies, trail mixes and granola, or make a uniquely flavored Goji berry & chicken soup.
In China, Ning'xia province has the best soil for growing Goji berries.
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Goji Berries. One
is easiest, three is harder.
Recently Spotted
Someone spotted Goji Berries using the Specialty Produce app for iPhone and Android.
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Seasons/Availability
Goji berries are most plentiful between late summer and fall.
Description/Taste
Fresh Goji berries are a vibrant red and orange and look comparable to currants in shape and size. They have a tangy yet sweet flavor and a juicy texture similar to that of a cherry or grape. The berries are delicate and must be picked by hand.
Applications
Most Goji berries available for purchase are in dried or frozen form. Use fresh or frozen berries in pancakes, cook down to make syrup, blend into smoothies and fold into muffin or scone batters. Use dried berries in chunky cookies, trail mixes and granola, or make a uniquely flavored Goji berry & chicken soup.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
In China, Ning'xia province has the best soil for growing Goji berries.
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Goji Berries. One
is easiest, three is harder.Recently Spotted
Someone spotted Goji Berries using the Specialty Produce app for iPhone and Android.
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Tesco Bradford Near Bradford, United Kingdom About 97 days ago Spotter's comments : Dried in World Foods section |
