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Seasons/Availability
Granny Smith Apples are available year round.
Current Facts
A member of the rose family (Rosaceae), the exact parentage of Granny Smith apples is unknown, but they are believed to be a relative of the French crab apple. Most apples are green when immature and then when ripe take on shades of red, pink and yellow. Granny Smith apples, however maintain their green hue both when immature and ripe.
Description/Taste
Granny Smith apples have a bright green skin that is often speckled with faint white lenticels (spots). Medium to large in size and round in shape, they are a firm and juicy apple with thick skin. Their flesh is bright white and crisp in texture with a tart, acidic, yet subtly sweet flavor. Granny Smith apples grown in colder climates will often take on a yellow to pink blush.
Nutritional Value
Granny Smith apples are high in cell repairing antioxidants. They are also a good source of soluble fiber, which has been proven to help lower cholesterol, control weight, and regulate blood sugar. Granny Smith apples contain vitamins A and C, as well as a trace amount of iron, most of which is located in their skin.
Applications
Granny Smith apples are often used in baking because of their high acidity and ability to hold their shape when cooked. Try baked into sweet or savory pies, tarts, or meat pastries; add to savory bread stuffing, risotto or potato pancakes. Their sweet-tart flavor is a great addition to soups, smoothies and sauces. Because they are slow to brown when cut, they are perfect diced and added to fresh preparations such as salads and salsas or sliced and paired with cheese.
Geography/History
Granny Smith apples were discovered in Australia in the 1860’s, as a chance seedling in the compost pile on the orchard of Maria Ann Smith. Granny Smith apples were first introduced commercially to the United Kingdom in the 1930’s and later to the United States in the 1970’s. They were one of the first varieties of apple widely available in supermarkets as their thick skin and excellent storing qualities made them suitable for shipping. Today Granny Smith apples grow in Australia, Europe, New Zealand, South America and the United States. They tend to ripen best in warmer climates where they get a significant amount of sunshine.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
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Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Granny Smith Apples. One
is easiest, three is harder.
Granny Smith Apples are available year round.
Current Facts
A member of the rose family (Rosaceae), the exact parentage of Granny Smith apples is unknown, but they are believed to be a relative of the French crab apple. Most apples are green when immature and then when ripe take on shades of red, pink and yellow. Granny Smith apples, however maintain their green hue both when immature and ripe.
Description/Taste
Granny Smith apples have a bright green skin that is often speckled with faint white lenticels (spots). Medium to large in size and round in shape, they are a firm and juicy apple with thick skin. Their flesh is bright white and crisp in texture with a tart, acidic, yet subtly sweet flavor. Granny Smith apples grown in colder climates will often take on a yellow to pink blush.
Nutritional Value
Granny Smith apples are high in cell repairing antioxidants. They are also a good source of soluble fiber, which has been proven to help lower cholesterol, control weight, and regulate blood sugar. Granny Smith apples contain vitamins A and C, as well as a trace amount of iron, most of which is located in their skin.
Applications
Granny Smith apples are often used in baking because of their high acidity and ability to hold their shape when cooked. Try baked into sweet or savory pies, tarts, or meat pastries; add to savory bread stuffing, risotto or potato pancakes. Their sweet-tart flavor is a great addition to soups, smoothies and sauces. Because they are slow to brown when cut, they are perfect diced and added to fresh preparations such as salads and salsas or sliced and paired with cheese.
Geography/History
Granny Smith apples were discovered in Australia in the 1860’s, as a chance seedling in the compost pile on the orchard of Maria Ann Smith. Granny Smith apples were first introduced commercially to the United Kingdom in the 1930’s and later to the United States in the 1970’s. They were one of the first varieties of apple widely available in supermarkets as their thick skin and excellent storing qualities made them suitable for shipping. Today Granny Smith apples grow in Australia, Europe, New Zealand, South America and the United States. They tend to ripen best in warmer climates where they get a significant amount of sunshine.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Sessions Public | San Diego CA | 619-756-7715 |
| Truluck's Seafood Steak and Crab House | San Diego CA | 858-453-2583 |
| Brigantine Pt Loma | San Diego CA | 619-224-2871 |
| Sail Ho Golf Course | San Diego CA | 619-222-4653 |
| The Oceanaire Seafood Room | San Diego CA | 619-858-2277 |
| Marriott Gaslamp | San Diego CA | 619-696-0234 x6051 |
| Nine - Ten | San Diego CA | 858-964-5400 |
| Craft and Commerce (Sekscobra Inc.) | San Diego CA | 619-962-5935 |
| Hash House A Go Go | San Diego CA | 619-298-4646 |
| Hard Rock Hotel Mary Janes | San Diego CA | 619-702-3000 |
| JRDN Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-270-5736 |
| Pacifica Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-792-0505 |
| Sheraton La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-453-5500 |
| Third Corner Encinitas | Encinitas CA | 619-417-9251 |
| All American Grill | San Diego CA | 619-296-9600 |
| Barleymash | San Diego CA | 619-276-6700 x304 |
| Kensington Cafe | San Diego CA | 619-640-0494 |
| Cafe Chloe | San Diego CA | 619-232-3242 |
| Stout Public House | San Diego CA | 619-702-7933 |
| Chart House Restaurant Cardiff | Cardiff-by-the-Sea CA | 760-436-4044 |
| Bertrand at Mr A's | San Diego CA | 619-239-1377 |
| Brigantine Coronado | Coronado CA | 619-435-4166 |
| Come on in Pacific Heights | San Diego CA | 858-638-0088 |
| La Costa Glen North | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1436 |
| Azul La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-454-9677 |
| The Wine Pub | San Diego CA | 619-758-9325 |
| Saffron | San Diego CA | 619-574-7737 |
| Dolce Pane & Vino | Del Mar CA | 858-832-1518 |
| Beaumont's | San Diego CA | 858-459-0474 |
| Cowboy Star | San Diego CA | 619-450-5880 |
| Ciro's Pizzeria & Beerhouse PB | San Diego CA | 858-483-4624 |
| The Smoking Goat | San Diego CA | 858-232-4220 |
| Miguel's Carlsbad | Carlsbad CA | 760-759-1843 |
| D Bar SoCal | San Diego CA | 619-632-7644 |
| Capri Blu | San Diego CA | 858-673-5100 |
| Flying Pig Pub & Kitchen | Oceanside CA | 619-990-0158 |
| Cafe 222 | San Diego CA | 619-236-9902 |
| Neighborhood Burger Wine and Beer | San Diego CA | 619-446-0002 |
| Towne Bakery | San Diego CA | 858-794-7034 |
| Union Kitchen & Tap | Encinitas CA | 760-230-2337 |
| Knotty Barrel | San Diego CA | 619-269-7156 |
| Brockton Villa Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-454-7393 |
| Pamplemousse Grill | Solana Beach CA | 858-792-9090 |
| Papa Luna's Empanadas | San Diego CA | 858-255-8875 |
| Carolines Seaside Cafe | La Jolla CA | 858-202-0569 |
| Prepkitchen La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-875-7737 |
| Donovan's Downtown | San Diego CA | 619-237-9700 |
| Inn at Rancho Santa Fe | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 800 843 4661 |
| KI's | Encinitas CA | 760-436-5236 |
| Mimmos Italian Village | San Diego CA | 619-239-3710 |
| Cozymels | San Diego CA | 858-658-0480 |
| Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-759-6063 |
| Miguel's 4S Ranch | San Diego CA | 858-924-9200 |
| US Grant Hotel Grill | San Diego CA | 619-232-3121 |
| Kensington Grill | San Diego CA | 619-281-4014 |
| Firefly Beach | San Diego CA | 619-222-6440 |
| Gossip Grill | San Diego CA | 619-260-8023 |
| Crab Catcher La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-454-9587 |
| San Diego Culinary Institute Inc. | La Mesa CA | 619-644-2100 |
| Estancia Adobe | San Diego CA | 858-550-1000 |
| The Lion Share | San Diego CA | 619-564-6924 |
| Searsucker Bar | San Diego CA | 619-233-7327 |
| Roy's San Diego | San Diego CA | 619-239-7697 |
| Come On In La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-551-1063 |
| Gabardine | San Diego CA | 619-398-9810 |
| La Valencia | San Diego CA | 858-551-3750 |
| Residence Inn Downtown Gaslamp | San Diego CA | 619-487-1200 |
| Bread & Cie Café | San Diego CA | 619-683-9322 |
| Tractor Room | San Diego CA | 619-543-1007 |
| Sorority Cuisine - Kappa Delta | San Diego CA | 510-512-2213 |
| Miguel's Eastlake | Chula Vista CA | 619-656-2822 |
| Cirque Du Soleil Totem | Del Mar CA | 702-513-2146 |
| Searsucker | San Diego CA | 619-233-7327 |
| Croces | San Diego CA | 619-233-4355 |
| Bernard'O Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-487-7171 |
| The Melting Pot Gaslamp | San Diego CA | 619-234-5554 |
| Barbarella | San Diego CA | 858-454-7373 |
| Boathouse Harbor Island | San Diego CA | 619-291-8011 |
| Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-756-1582 |
| Hotel Del 1500 Ocean | Coronado CA | 619-435-6611 |
| Come On In Sorento Valley | San Diego CA | 858-558-8964 |
| Vagabond | San Diego CA | 619-255-1035 |
| Bahia Resort Hotel | San Diego CA | 858-488-0551 |
| Lauberge Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-259-1515 |
| Pacific Cafe & Catering | San Diego CA | 858-350-2700 |
| Paradise Point Resort Baleen | San Diego CA | 858-490-6363 |
| Roy's La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-455-1616 |
| Indigo Grill | San Diego CA | 619-234-6802 |
| Brigantine Poway | Poway CA | 858-486-3066 |
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Granny Smith Apples. One
is easiest, three is harder.
