Star Fruit (Carambola)

Cut across, it produces a flawless star. With its waxy yellow skin, this fruit is the centrepiece of both plated presentations and fresh salads — and it is eaten skin and all, with no peeling.

Taste & Texture

A lightly acidic meeting of apple, pear and grape, with juicy, crisp texture. The more dominant the yellow, the sweeter it is; the greener, the tarter. It is fully ripe when the tips of the ridges begin to brown.

How to Enjoy

• Slice across for star-shaped plate and cocktail garnishes.
• Add to green salads for freshness and acidity.
• Juice it fresh or add to lemonades.
• Pan-sear lightly with sugar to serve alongside meat.

Storage

Ripen at room temperature, then refrigerate for 4–7 days. Drying after washing helps delay blemishing.

Nutrition

Low in calories, containing vitamin C and fibre.

This is a natural agricultural product: size, colour and weight may vary by harvest and by batch.