I have had a passion fruit vine growing in my yard for several years. It appears healthy and green and has gotten bigger, but in that time, it has not shown me one blossom, let alone fruit. Ok, I know I am being harsh. I am a budding gardener, learning why my vine will not bloom. That's another topic for another blog.Â
Today, I want to write about frozen passion fruit. Since my vine won't produce fresh passion fruit at the store, it is not always in stock, requires effort to prepare, doesn't store for very long, and produces a small yield per fruit. I have come to know and love frozen passion fruit.Â
My Customer Review and Product Information
I recommend frozen passion fruit pulp and puree. Frozen fruit such as passion fruit is harvested at its peak is cheaper, and comes prepared in cubes; it is a versatile and convenient way to enjoy this tropical delight. It is much easier to pull out a bag of passion fruit from the freezer than to try and grow or buy passion fruit. I am sure that one day I will have a fully blossoming vine, but until then - and even then, I will keep a bag of frozen passion fruit in my freezer.Â
The fact that frozen passion fruit is readily available in most supermarkets suggests that I am not the only one to think this way. Passion fruit is a popular fruit that can be used in many recipes; pavlova is especially popular here. Whether the Kiwis or the Aussies invented pavlova is a debate left for another time.Â
Why Choose Frozen Passion Fruit?
Price: lower than fresh fruit
Convenience: you can grab it out of the freezer prepared all year round
Extended shelf-life / storage
Is harvested at peak: freezing the nutritional value and taste
Important Information: Thawing and Preparing Frozen Passion Fruit
Thawing frozen passion fruit is simple and best done slowly in your fridge. For those who are less patient or don't have much time, you can countertop thaw, place it in a plastic bag in room-temperature water, or even microwave the fruit for shot intervals. These options may not yield the best results, so watch the passion fruit as it thaws.Â
Once thawed, drain off any excess water and use right away. Do not re-freeze your passion fruit. You can use it in desserts, smoothies or sauces.
What is Passion Fruit?
Let's get back to basics. Without passion fruit, there would be no arguments over pavlova, and frozen passion fruit would not be as popular in Australia. So, where does passion fruit come from? The fruit originally comes from South America, specifically from regions in Brazil, Paraguay, and northern Argentina.Â
I don't know about you, but I always thought it may have come from tropical regions in Asia. This may be because of the current cultivation areas and my travels. Cultivation has spread to other tropical and subtropical regions worldwide, including Australia, New Zealand, Hawaii, and various African and Asian countries.
What Does Passion Fruit Taste Like?
To say passion fruit tastes like passion fruit is cheating, but it is hard to describe. It is sweet like other tropical fruits such as mango, ripe pineapple, and guava. Passion fruit can also be tart, like citrus, lime, and lemons. The sweet and tart flavour makes it refreshing.Â
Passion fruit has the smell associated with the sweet and tart fruits already mentioned. It can be noted to have a floral scent, which makes it even more pleasing to our senses. The texture, on the other hand, may be less appealing. It is slimy, and the seeds are large and off-putting if you don't like fruit seeds. Yes, I'm talking about those of you who will only eat seedless grapes and watermelon.Â
There are many different varieties of passion fruit, especially if you go to your local nursery. The most common type in the supermarket is purple and sometimes yellow passion fruit. Purple fruits tend to be smaller and sweeter, whereas yellow passion fruit are larger and more acidic.Â
Possible Health Benefits of Passion Fruit
Frozen passion fruit is more than just tasty. Passion fruit has some health benefits:
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Rich in Vitamins: Good for immunity, skin, and vision.
High in Fibre: Helps with digestion and gut health.
Antioxidants: Protects cells from damage.
Heart Health: Can lower blood pressure and cholesterol.
Low in Sugar: Good for blood sugar control.
Eye Health: Supports good vision.
Calming Effect: May help improve sleep.
Boosts Immunity: Helps fight off infections.
Hydrating: High water content for hydration.
Conclusion Frozen Passion Fruit Pulp Review
Whether you choose fresh or frozen passion fruit is a matter of personal preference. I have given you many reasons why passion fruit is a healthy choice and why frozen passion fruit holds its own in the fresh versus frozen debate. My opinion is my own and biased towards Frozen. If you agree or disagree, let me know. I welcome the debate on such topics. Happy passion fruit consuming!Â
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