Introduction of carambola

Carambola, also known as five-pointed fruit, is a tropical fruit with a five-pointed star shape, crisp and juicy flesh, rich in vitamin C, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, calcium, phosphorus and other nutrients, and it is a very healthy fruit. Carambola has a refreshing taste, sweet and sour taste and is loved by many people. In addition to being eaten directly, carambola can also be used to make all kinds of delicious food, which is a very practical fruit.

selection of carambola

carambola with smooth surface, even yellow-green color, full pulp and no obvious defects should be selected. The size of carambola does not affect the quality, but too small carambola may be sour, and too large carambola may be watery.

How to eat carambola

Carambola can be eaten directly or used to make various delicacies.

eat directly

wash the carambola, cut off both ends, and then cut into thin slices along the five corners of the pulp. The pulp of carambola is delicious and juicy, and its taste is crisp, which is very suitable for direct consumption.

carambola juice

Wash carambola, cut it into small pieces, put it in a juicer, and add appropriate amount of water and sugar. Carambola juice is refreshing and rich in vitamin C, which is very suitable for drinking in summer.

carambola sauce

Wash carambola, cut it into small pieces, put it in a pot, add appropriate amount of water and sugar, cook it on low heat until the carambola is soft and rotten, and then press it into mud with a spoon. Carambola sauce tastes sweet and sour, and can be used to spread bread, biscuits and other foods.

carambola salad

Wash carambola, cut it into thin slices, add appropriate amount of lettuce, ham, tomato and other ingredients, and drizzle with appropriate amount of salad dressing. Carambola salad is refreshing and delicious, which is very suitable for summer.