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Loquats

Loquats
Common Packs:

Single-layer tray packs

Receiving Inspecting:

Good quality loquats should be firm, free of any green color or bruising, and exhibit a sweet aroma.

Storage Handling:
 

Short-term storage recommendation (7 days or less)

  • 32-36° F/0-2° C
  • 90-98% relative humidity
Shelf-Life:
14 to 21 days.
Troubleshooting:

Internal browning, light weights, and shriveling are caused by exposure to warm temperatures; maintain proper storage temperatures.

Water-soaked fruit and soft spots are symptoms of freeze damage. Do not store below 32° F/0° C.

Usage Ideas:

  • Add loquats to crumbles, salsas, jams, and chutneys.
  • Braise loquats with pork or chicken, sliced onions, and minced garlic; serve with white rice and cilantro.
Seasonal Availability:

Major production areas include Australia, Brazil, Chile, Italy, and the United States.

Seasonality:

May
Jun

Flavor Profile

Mildly sweet, like grapes or plums with a tropical accent.

Texture Profile

Smooth, tender, and juicy.

Pairings

Pair with cilantro, chicken, garlic, rice, and sake.

Substitution Suggestions

Grapes, plums.

Nutritional Information

Serving Size 1 cup loquat (149g) grams
Calories 70
%Daily Value*
Total Fat 0g0%
Saturated Fat 0g0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0g0%
Sodium 0g0%
Total Carbohydrate 18g7%
Dietary Fiber 3g9%
Total Sugars 0g
Includes 0g Added Sugars0%
Protein 1g
Vitamin D 0mcg0%
Calcium 24mg2%
Iron 0.42mg2%
Potassium 400mg8%

*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.