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Mulberries

Also Known As : Shahtoot‘ in Hindi, ‘Mora’ in Spanish, ‘Kambali Pandu‘ in Telugu, ‘Shetur‘ in Gujarati, and ‘Shatut‘ in Punjabi, Noni
Technical Name : Morus alba
Can Eat 1

Vegetarian

Taste Profile

It has mild sweet flavor

Usage Tips

  1. Mulberries can be used in ice cream, sorbet, jams, jellies, beverages, gastriques, and baked goods, especially pies.
  2. They can also be eaten fresh.
  3. They pair well with stone fruit, young cheeses such as burrata and chevre, pork, duck, wild game, basil, mint, baking spices, and arugula, cream, mascarpone and citrus.
  4. They should be stored in a refrigerateor in a sealed plastic bag up to 1 week.

Common names and forms

  1. Mulberry
  2. Mulberry Puree
  3. Noni

Description

Mulberries are same in appearance to an elongated blackberry, while they can ripen to a deep purple, black, red or white, depending on the variety. The aromatic, deeply colored fruits are fragile and syrupy, and are also known to stain at the slightest touch. They are native to Asia and North America. Today they are grow in China as well as throughout the Eastern Mediterranean, the Middle East, Northern Africa. They are available during a short period twice a year - from March to May and then again from October to November.

Health benefits

  • Mulberries contain iron which builds the immune system.(1)
  • It also contains potassium that helps to maintain optimal nerve and muscle function.(1)
  • Vitamin A present in it helps to reduce the buildup of harmful free radicals and prevents oxidative damage to cells.(1)
  • It contains anthocyanins which helps to lower the risk of heart disease.(2)
  • It also has dietary fiber in it, which reduces the occurrence of constipation, bloating, and cramping.(2)

Selection Guide

Choose those that are shiny, plump and firm. Avoid those that are bruised. Avoid the ones that are white, green or pale yellow, as that is a sign they are not mature.

Note

Mulberries might increase the risk of hypoglycaemia. They contain Arbutin which is believed to have carcinogenic (having the potential to cause cancer) effects.(3)

Resource & Links

(1) https://www.specialtyproduce.com/produce/Mulberries_1030.php

(2) https://www.organicfacts.net/health-benefits/fruit/mulberries.html

(3) https://www.lybrate.com/topic/mulberry-fruit-benefits-and-side-effects

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