Soursop
Introduction
Soursop (Annona muricata) is the fruit of a broadleaf, flowering, evergreen tree. The tree is native to the tropical regions of the Americas. Its fruits range in size and can be quite large as they can grow up to 8 inches and can weigh up to 10 pounds.
History
Its exact origination is not known but it is believed that has been cultivated in South America and Africa for thousands of years. It has been also introduced in certain regions of Asia and nowadays it is widely cultivated in Florida and in tropics.
Regions
It can be found in many different areas around the globe, especially in tropics. In terms of its production, major producers are South American countries and particularly Brazil, Venezuela, and Colombia.
Flavours & Texture
Soursop has a strong flavour that is often compared to pineapple or strawberry. Its taste has been described as a combination of strawberries and apple with sour citrus flavour notes. It has a thick creamy texture reminiscent of banana.
Preparation
Peel the fruit and then cut it in half. Remove the seeds and then scoop out the flesh. You can eat it raw, in a fruit salad or you make juice or smoothies.
Nutritional Value
Soursop has a low caloric amount, is low in sodium and very low in fat. It is also a good source of fibre and potassium.
We do not recommend storing Soursop in the refrigerator as this will likely cause the fruit to spoil.
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Calories per 100 g |
66 kcal |
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Fat |
0.3 g |
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Carbohydrate |
17 g |
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Fibre |
3.3 g |
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Protein |
1 g |
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Sodium |
14 mg |
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Calcium |
14 mg |
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Iron |
0.6 mg |
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Potassium |
278 mg |
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.
