Pakistan King white mulberry

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Description/Taste

King White mulberries are roughly 6-10 centimeters long and are virtually seedless. The young berries start out dark green and gradually lighten into a soft white and are almost translucent when ready for harvest. King White mulberries can be eaten whenhey are still light green, though the sugars haven’t quite developed to their sweetest flavor potential. Once fully mature the taste is very sweet, with hints of honey. King White mulberries have 30% sugar content, and are much sweeter than Black mulberries.

Seasons/Availability

King White mulberries are available in the early spring through the summer.

Current Facts

King White mulberries are botanically known as Morus macroura, and other common names include Himalayan mulberry hybrid, or Shatoot in its native Pakistan. These mulberry relatives are longer than the English Black mulberries and have greater appeal due to the lack of the deep purple juice that leaves its mark on the eater.

Nutritional Value

King White mulberries are a rich supply of antioxidants and vitamins A, C, E, K, B-complex group, beta-carotene, lutein, iron, potassium, manganese, niacin, riboflavin and folic acid.

Applications

King White mulberries are often eaten fresh, out-of-hand. They can be eaten when under-ripe, but the flavor is much sweeter when they are all-white and fully mature. King White mulberries can be used to make jams and jellies, or add to pies and tarts. For a sweet twist, add King White mulberries to summer green salads. Complimentary pairings include other bramble berries, stone fruit, young cheeses such as burrata and chevre, pork, duck, wild game, basil, mint, baking spices, and arugula, cream, mascarpone and citrus.

Ethnic/Cultural Info

The wood of the King White mulberry tree is especially hard, often used in the manufacture of hockey sticks and cricket bats.

Geography/History

King White mulberries are native to the Himalayan Mountains in China and in neighboring India.