Native Currants Frozen 100g
$11.60
(Acrotriche depressa)
Derived from the low-growing shrub native to southern Australia, Native Currants are a challenging harvest, but the reward is well worth the effort. Often referred to as wild cranberries, these petite berries boast an outstanding rich berry and currant flavour, with a tangy aftertaste. Native Currants pack a punch in all manner of sweet and savoury dishes- wherever conventional currents are called for, but especially so in jellies, conserves, or alongside meats.
- 500-550 pieces per pack
- Wild harvested in Kangaroo Island, South Australia
- Biodegradable packaging
SHIPPING PERISHABLES IS AT THE RECEIVERS RISK. READ BELOW FOR MORE INFO.
35 in stock
Additional Information
Baking and Cooking: Native Currants can be used in various baked goods, like pies, tarts, scones and muffins. Simply remove the seed and incorporate them into your recipes- be sure to sweeten to taste!
Native Currant Jam: Make Native Currant jam or preserves by cooking currants with sugar and pectin.
Native Currant and Fetta Salad: Toss salad greens with Native Currants, fetta cheese, and candied nuts. Drizzle with olive oil and our balsamic dressing just before serving.
Native Currant Marinade or Glaze: Combine the currants, red wine, sugar, and water. Simmer over medium heat until the currants break down and the sauce thickens- use cornstarch if needed.
Rinse and remove small seed before use. Thaw frozen fruit between 1-5 degrees Celsius, and store refrigerated. Consume within 3-4 days.
The fruit can be used sliced fresh, juiced, pickled, or cooked.
In sweet applications, use sugar to cut the acidity.
Potential Antioxidant Activity: Some native Australian plants have been found to contain compounds with antioxidant properties. Antioxidants can help protect cells from oxidative damage caused by free radicals. While there is limited research on the specific antioxidant compounds in Native Currants, it’s possible that it contains substances with antioxidant activity.
Immune System Support: Traditional uses of the plant suggest that it may have been used to support the immune system. This could be due to its potential antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, which may contribute to immune system health.
Perishable Shipping Info:
Frozen produce can only be shipped express, or picked-up from the Creative Native warehouse in Adelaide. Creative Native ensures that all perishable items are packed in foam, along with icepacks to help prevent defrost during transit, however, if you choose shipping as a delivery method, we are not responsible for any delay occurred with third-party services. If the delay causes the product to be de-frosted, we can only offer a replacement for the product, but not a refund for a third-party service.
Creative Native strongly recommends pick-up as the safest option.
If you are concerned about shipping perishable items to your location, please contact us at: sales@creativenativefoods.com.au. From there, we can run accurate freight quotes, or look into the potential of temperature controlled freight methods such as air freight.
