What You Need To Know About Lilikoi Jelly

By Stella Gay


Many of us possess that insatiable sweet tooth that demands sugar. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are not complete without the addition of something savory. Jams, marmalade, and jellies are often a welcome addition to any meal. Although traditional flavors may be satisfactory, there comes a time when the sweet tooth craves something different. This is where lilikoi jelly comes in.

The word alone may cause you to scratch your head in wonder. This fruit is just coming onto the market. It is not very common, and until now has rarely been seen outside of the tropics. The reason for this is due to the plants requirements for warm temperatures, fertile ground, and large amounts of water. It produces fruit that is composed of lemon yellow cratered skin, is small, and is made of light creamy skin that encompasses black seeds.

Normally it is not eaten raw as the flavor can be a bit much. People who bite into its flesh will pucker up as the flavor is both intensely sweet and sour. It can be considered extreme in taste. For that reason many prefer it cooked up in a tasty dessert, or transformed into a delicious jelly.

This fruit contains nearly half of our daily vitamin C requirement as well as nearly a quarter of the daily amount of needed vitamin A. Throw in ten grams of fiber, and you have a healthy food that will make your taste buds sing. It does possess large amounts of sugar, which is why this fruit is so popular for jelly making.

If you are curious regarding how to use this in your every day life, there are many possibilities. Try slathering it on a sandwich, adding it to a recipe, or enjoy it on a spoon fresh out of the container. Feel free to try these other suggestions.

Peanut butter and jelly sandwiches are a popular staple in any diet. However, after a while you and your family may find yourselves tiring of traditional flavors such as blueberry or strawberry. This is where lilikoi comes in. Its complex sour yet sweet taste balances perfectly with any flavor bread and peanut spread. As an added benefit, this may open up your children to new foods.

Adding this condiment to a gift basket is a fun way to create a package that stands out from the crowd. Pair it with other Hawaiian themed items such as macadamia nuts, margarita mix, and coconut rum for an easy to put together present that will make others smile. This package is ideal for any occasion be it a birthday gift or housewarming party. It will add a tropical touch to any occasion.

This product is making a loud statement for one simple reason: it possesses an amazing taste that is hard to beat. Plus, what better way to enjoy a little bit of Hawaii from the comfort of your own home. This fruit brings a little bit of the exotic into your kitchen.




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