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Strawberry

Beautiful and lush heart shaped strawberries have been enjoyed since Roman times. Today they are grown around the world and seen in nearly every culture. They can be consumed raw, cooked or dried and while are fairly expensive, also one of the most purchased fruits out there.

What Are Strawberries?

Strawberries are a fruit and part of the rose family with a growing and harvest season in the warmer months, which varies depending on geographic location. Some grow and harvest year round. In fact, some of the best strawberries I’ve ever had were in Japan.

There are over a 100 species and subspecies of strawberries, all with distinct shapes and features.

Like all produce, strawberries should be rinsed before eating. The green stems and leaves are edible, but most people hull them. I used to think a huller was a nonsense tool, but now I can’t live without one. You can also use a paring knife.

What Do Strawberries Taste Like?

Strawberry flavors can also range depending on species, time of year and also ripeness. Ripe strawberries at the height of the season are sweet and juicy.

They might be slightly sour or tart and have this feature more often during off-peak months. Smaller, brighter red strawberries tend to be sweeter while larger berries with a white inside are a little less flavorful.

These are best macerated, meaning they are tossed in sugar and allowed to sit for a short time so they can sweeten. Sugar will dissolve in natural juices and get a little sticky.

Strawberry flavor is also heightened by adding a small amount of salt, citrus juice or vinegar, which is why they are so commonly paired with a balsamic glaze.

How to Store Strawberries

When you arrive home, inspect the berries for any mold that was growing in places unseen when in the container. Remove those berries immediately.

Next, place in a container that has some airflow, commonly the container they come in is fine.

Do not wash your strawberries until you are ready to eat them. They absorb moisture and will get all mushy if left with water droplets on them.

If you plan to eat them within a day or so, they are fine on the counter as long as your kitchen isn’t too hot. If you are going to be eating them longer than that, store in the fridge.

When you are ready to eat them, rinse well and then pat dry with a paper towel.

Health Benefits of Strawberries

Strawberries have long been known to have many health benefits. Some of the most popular are:

  • High in water content for hydration
  • Low in calories and fat
  • High in antioxidants
  • High in Vitamin C
  • High in dietary fiber
  • Low in natural sugars

Strawberry Uses

Strawberries are probably best for eating raw as a snack or breakfast, but consider them for some of these other uses as well.

  • Salads
  • Smoothies- either fresh or frozen
  • Desserts
  • BBQ Sauces
  • Dessert sauces
  • Cakes
  • Garnishes

Strawberry Recipes

Listed below, we have over 30 strawberry recipes that will blow your mind!

  • Strawberry BBQ Chicken
  • Strawberry Salsa
  • No Bake Strawberry Shortcake Cake
  • Strawberry Balsamic Parfaits
Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins-- like eating strawberries 'n cream cupcakes for breakfast!! Strawberry shortcake, in a muffin, super moist and creamy using fresh or frozen strawberries. www.savoryexperiments.com
Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins
            close up of chocolate covered strawberries

How to Make Chocolate Covered Strawberries

Candy · Fruit Desserts
            strawberry parfait cups

Angel Food Strawberry Parfait

Fruit Desserts
            overhead of strawberry sauce

Strawberry Topping

Dips, Dressings, + Sauces · Fruit Desserts
            A close up of load pound cake with strawberry glaze

Strawberry Pound Cake

Cakes + Cupcakes
            no bake strawberry cake using pound cake

No-Bake Strawberry Shortcake Cake

Cakes + Cupcakes
            slice of mixed berry pie with whipped cream and cresh berries

Mixed Berry Pie

Fruit Desserts
            Balsamic Strawberry Parfait- Easy dessert recipe with layers of ice cream, yogurt-whipped cream mix, macerated strawberries and candied walnuts. Perfect for feeding a crowd or dinner parties! www.savoryexperiments.com

Balsamic Strawberry Parfaits

Fruit Desserts
            Strawberry Picking In Japan

Fruit Culture in Japan

Travel
            magenta smoothie bowl with fresh fruit and granola

Beet Smoothie Bowl

Breakfast
            Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins-- like eating strawberries 'n cream cupcakes for breakfast!! Strawberry shortcake, in a muffin, super moist and creamy using fresh or frozen strawberries. www.savoryexperiments.com

Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins

Bread
            Strawberry BBQ Chicken Recipe- If you like strawberries, you are going to LOVE my strawberry BBQ Sauce recipe. Spread this BBQ sauce over chicken or seafood and serve with Strawberry Salsa on the side. A great and easy grilling idea and perfect for parties and potlucks!

Strawberry BBQ Chicken

Dinners + Entrees
            Strawberry Salsa Recipe- only 6 ingredients for this zingy and sweet strawberry salsa! Serve with cinnamon and sugar pita chips, on ice cream, on top of a salad or with grilled salmon, chicken or shrimp.

Strawberry Salsa

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