Lime - Finger / Caviar - Green Orb
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Origin - Spain
Introduction
Finger lime (Citrus australasica) is a small tree native to Australian rainforests. They produce small, elongated fruits, and have a narrow, oblong shape with slight tapering at both ends. It has been traditionally used as a food source by the Indigenous Australians but in present days finger lime is a commercial crop.
History
Finger limes are native to Australia, specifically to the rainforests in Southeast Queensland and Northern New South Wales. They used to be plenty of them in the Australian tropical rainforests, but once European colonization arrived in Australia their numbers were reduced dramatically due to deforestation caused by Europeans.
Regions
Finger limes have been introduced in certain tropical regions of the world but the top producer is Australia. Significant amounts are produced in California, Italy, Guatemala, Morocco, and Spain.
Flavours & Texture
Finger limes have a minty, citrus aroma with a tangy, sweet, and slightly sour, floral, lemon-lime flavour. The taste of finger limes also varies. Limes with pink pulp are typically sweet. Those with the green pulp have more tart taste. Most people describe their taste very similar to regular limes, but with less sourness.
Preparation
The best way to open one of these fruits is to slice at its centre and then squeeze one of the halves. When you apply pressure, little balls of pulp will spill out. These tiny juice bubbles easily separate from one another and pop when chewed. They are usually eaten raw but they can be used in desserts such as in cakes.
Nutritional Value
Finger lime is very low in calories but it contains a good amount of fibre and a high amount of vitamin C.
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Calories per 2 oz |
15 kcal |
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Fat |
0 g |
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Carbohydrate |
6 g |
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Fibre |
2 g |
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Protein |
0 g |
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Vitamin C |
25% of the RDI |
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Calcium |
2% of the RDI |
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Iron |
2% of the RDI |
SHIPPING
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We offer Free Next Working Day Delivery on all orders over £75 including our selection boxes.
Our shipping rates are as follows:-
England - £6.95
Scotland - £9.95
Northern Ireland - £9.95
Customers are responsible for being present at the shipping address provided on the date selected at checkout. Exotic Fruits are not responsible for any missed or attempted deliveries that must be rearranged by the customer.
All orders are packed in cardboard boxes with a biodegradable packing pellets to protect the fruit during transit, unfortunately we do not offer a gift wrapping or send the fruit in a gift basket as this may cause toe bruise during transit..
RETURNS
Let's start by stating the obvious. Since our produce is perishable we cannot accept returns.
That said, we want every customer to be happy so we do offer vouchers, refunds and replacements at our sole discretion if your fruit has arrived inedible. If you would like to report an item which has become damaged or perished during transit, please:- We are not responsible for products that spoil if there is not someone to receive your delivery on the date that you request it, full tracking is provided and can be requested anytime after dispatch.
