per 100 grams
Carbohydrates 25.2 g
25.2%
Proteins 1.7 g
1.7%
Fats 0.6 g
0.6%
Water 71.5 g
71.5%
Fiber 2.4 grams
Trans Fats 0 ug
Ash 1 grams

Custard-apple

101 Calories per 100g

A custard-apple is a tropical fruit found in many different varieties across Asia, the Caribbean, Africa, and even parts of South America. The fruit’s scientific name is Annona squamosa and it has many common names depending on where it is found. A few of these common names include bullock’s heart, sugar apple, and atis. The custard-apple can also go by sarifa in India, sitaphal in India & Pakistan, tsoshombe in South Africa, and Chirimoya in Peru among others.

The custard-apple is a member of the Annonaceae family which has many relatives, including soursop and cherimoya. The custard-apple itself looks a bit like one of its closest relatives, the sugar apple. It’s round or slightly heart-shaped, and has a rough, leathery skin lined with ridges. The exterior usually ranges from an off-white to light greenish-yellow color when ripe.

The inside of a custard-apple is firm and creamy with a sweet fragrant taste, which explains its many aliases such as “sweetsop” and “sugar apple”. The flesh is dense and includes a variety of small black edible seeds. These seeds are edible and are not toxic, but they have a bitter taste that some people don’t care for. In some varieties, the seeds are edible while others are not.

Custard-apples are an excellent source of vitamins, minerals, and essential nutrients such as vitamin A, calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, potassium, and iron. They also contain B vitamins, dietary fiber, and antioxidants. In addition, their high sugar content makes them a great energy booster, so you can snack on them for a quick hit. The sugar content also makes them a delicious dessert or a tasty addition to your favorite smoothie.

When it comes to preparing custard-apples, you can eat the fruit raw, or incorporate it into pies, ice creams, smoothies, and fruit salads. You can also use the whisked pulp to top your yogurt or oatmeal for a sweet treat. Custard-authomat apples also make for a great topping for pancakes or waffles.

One of the best things about the custard-apple is its versatile nature. They can be enjoyed as a single fruit snack, used as an ingredient in cooking, and also cooked and served as a side dish. For instance, they can be cooked with cumin, ginger, onion, garlic, turmeric, and chilli to make a tasty savory-spicy side dish called sitaphall. In India, they’re combined with curd (yogurt) and jaggery (unrefined cane sugar) to make custard-apple custard.

In short, the custard-apple is a unique and flavorful tropical fruit that’s packed with vitamins, minerals, and nutrients. It’s incredibly versatile and can be enjoyed raw or cooked in various dishes and desserts. So why not give it a try next time you find yourself in the presence of this sweet and savory delight?