Have you ever seen a bunch of little orange fruits growing on trees during late spring? If so, chances are they were loquats. These delicious morsels are only around for a limited time, so get your hands on some ASAP!
Every April, trees all around the San Antonio area erupt in a fiery orange spectacle. These fruits, called loquats, are Chinese plums that deserve much more recognition.
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The fruits are both sweet and sour, a juxtaposition that renders them impossible to stop eating. High in pectin, they’re perfect for jams, jellies, and baked goods.
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Eat them raw or in your next culinary experiment to spice things up. To prepare a loquat, simply core it like you would an apple before slicing off the peel and removing any remaining seeds.
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So if you’ll be in the Alamo City within the next month, be on the lookout for these exotic morsels of deliciousness. And if you’re local, stock up before they’re all gone until next year!
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Have you ever tried a loquat? If so, did you enjoy it raw or as part of a dish? Let us know!
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