Also known as gooseberries, the Inca Berry is native to South America, is a small 1-2 cm fruit (about the size of a marble) with a glossy orange-yellow skin that is surrounded by papery leaves.
Inca berries support cellular metabolism. This is due to the high levels of vitamin B12 that the Inca berries contain. This makes Inca berries a great natural source of energy. Many people that regularly consume Inca berries say that Inca berries make them feel great and report high increases in energy levels and mental functioning. They are an excellent source of antioxidants. Components found in the Inca berries have been shown to reduce inflammation as well.
When ripe they are sweet with mildly sour finish making them ideal for snacks,pies,or jams, they are also popping up in a lot of trail mixes lately.
I've seen that plant before! I never knew what it was called. Might have to try to find some. There is a Whole Foods store set to open in Hyannis some time this summer or fall, I bet they will carry them.
ReplyDeleteHigh in B12? I'll have to try them then.
ReplyDeleteI think we call those Japanese Lanterns here. Had no idea you could eat them.
ReplyDeleteI have bought gooseberry flower in Estonia, great muffins"
ReplyDeleteWe had a gooseberry bush when I was young and I would eat them all
ReplyDeletenever had them before
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