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Ground Cherries
A sweet and tart berry in a papery lantern
OriginAmericas
Botanical FamilySolanaceae (Nightshade family)
Common NamesPhysalis, Cape Gooseberry, Golden Berry, Inca Berry
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Common carton size
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Store with husks on, unwashed. Remove husks before eating or cooking.
Nutrition
Cooking Tips
Taste one before using a large quantity, as sweetness can vary.
The tartness pairs wonderfully with rich, fatty ingredients like pork or duck.
Remove the papery husk before consuming or cooking. Ensure the fruit is slightly sticky, which indicates ripeness.
Pairs With
Pork
Duck
Salads
Jams
Pies
Salsas
Cheese
Common Mistakes
Assuming they are ready to eat without removing the husk.
Washing them before storing, which can lead to spoilage.
Discarding them when the husks start to dry out; the fruit inside may still be perfectly fine.
Also called
Aliases
- Ground Cherryplural
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