Pomegranate Fruit and its Uses
- The pomegranate (Punica granatum Linn.) belongs to the Punicaceae family
- It is also known as Chinese apple or Apple of Carthage (Hindi –Anar)
- The fruit,a false berry about the size of a large orange,is filled with shiny red seeds encased in an edible, orange-red pulp
- The fruit is consumed fresh or can be processed into juice, syrup, jams, jelly or even wine.
Uses:
- The edible portions of the fruit include the seed and the juicy translucent flesh enclosing the seed (arils)
- The tart flavor of the pulp and juice of the ripe pomegranate can add interest and variety to foods
- The flesh-covered seeds can be used as a garnish in fruit cups, compotes, salads and desserts, and as a snack
- The juice is used in making jellies, puddings, desserts, wine and fruit drinks
- Grenadine, made from pomegranate juice, is indispensable in flavoring some beverages
- Grenadine also makes a delicious topping for ice cream and chilled fruits such as peaches, pears and bananas.
Nutritive Value:
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EDIBLE FRUITS |
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Moisture (%) 78 19
Protein(%) 1.6 7.27 Total sugars(%) 14.6 66.36
Ascorbic acid (mg/1000g) 16.0 72.73 Ash (%) 0.7 3.18 Acidity (%) 0.58 2.64 Minerals (mg/100g) 10 45 Calcium 70 318 Phosphorus 44 200 Magnesium 133 604 Potassium 0.90 4.09 Sodium 1.79 8.14 Iron 0.82 3.73
Zinc 0.77 3.50 Manganese 0.34 1.55 Copper
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