Açai berry
Fruit
Refrigerator
The açai berry (pronounced assa-ie) grows on the açai palm in Brazil, Peru and Suriname. The dark purple fruit has become known in recent years for its supposed beneficial effects and flavour. It is reminiscent of blueberry, chocolate and nuts. Its shape is compared to the blue grape, only the açai berry is smaller and round.
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Preparation & storage
Storage
Fresh açai berries keep best in the fridge for the longest time. In the case of dried berries or berries processed into juice, it is best to check the storage advice on the packaging.
Preparation
The berry is very fragile and should be handled with care. The large seed is not edible.
Often the berries are separated from their seeds. The pulp obtained is eaten as is or incorporated into dishes.
Storage times
Depends on product.
Cleaning the acai berry
The berry is very fragile and should be handled with care. The large seed is not edible. Often, the berries are separated from their seeds to produce a pulp that can be incorporated into dishes or eaten as is.
Information
Cultivation and season
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Açai berry flavour
Recipes with Açai berry
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Availability
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