There are two types of star fruit, tart and sweet. Tart varieties generally have narrowly spaced ribs, whereas sweet varieties have thick, fleshy ribs. The best time to find them in stores is from August through March.
Star fruits are becoming more popular in the United States. They can be used fresh, as well as in salads. Frequently, the star fruit is used as a garnish. Star fruits are easy to prepare because it does not require any peeling nor seeding before eating.
And these are the facts about star fruit:
# Has a five-pointed star shape
# Has a complicated flavor combination that includes plums, pineapples, and lemons.
# Tart varieties can often be identified by their narrowly spaced ribs.
# Sweet varieties usually have thick fleshy ribs.
# Excellent source of vitamin C
# Low in fat and sodium, and cholesterol free.
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