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Friday 24 April 2015

Revisit A Taste Of The Islands With Lilikoi Jelly

By Stella Gay


Of all the delicious tropical fruits that evoke memories of Hawaii, many visitors remember the name of passion fruit. It is wonderful when juiced to drink, as it is refreshing in the balmy weather so typical of the islands. Though not originally a Hawaiian native plant, it has become a favorite over time due to its subtle fragrance and flavor.

Passion fruit is grown easily at the lower elevations on the islands. The yellow is most common there and the purple variety higher up. Most island residents use the yellow version, cutting it in half to scoop out the pulp and seeds. When preserves and jams are made using the strained juices, one favorite is the bright orange yellow Lilikoi jelly. The color literally glistens inside its containers, causing great temptation to open a jar and spoon out the contents for immediate tasting.

The most common way to eat this traditional preserve is with butter on breakfast breads or slices of toast. Though it is considered a delicacy, most will enjoy it often as a nice treat. Special occasions may include it as a way to add something special to the table. Because it take time to strain the fresh juice for making the lovely jars of jelly, it is a precious item in many homes.

The passion fruit is a nutritional choice for eating and preserving. It has a good amount of vitamin content, which is primarily A. Also found are riboflavin, niacin and ascorbic acid. Islanders enjoy focusing on healthful eating so this low sugar choice is often preferred for its tart with sweet flavor.

The major companies that produce this fine delicacy are located so that they can easily source fresh produce and preserve it at its prime quality. Tourists buy many jars to bring home after vacation, but it is also possible to order online directly from the factories. Each business offers its own proprietary recipes which are usually a mix of the popular Lilikoi and other ingredients. These may be sweet or even savory.

The traditional recipe is sleek, with just a few ingredients. Juice separated from the edible pulp and seeds, natural pectin, island grown sugar and clear water are the four necessary to make the sparkling jars of yellow sparkling like jewels. Those who yearn for flavors of the Hawaiian islands can order jars to be delivered right to their homes. Savoring the flavor can be all it takes to think of the tropics once more.

Though not native to the islands, this delicacy has come to be a kind of elegant comfort food for foodies. It is delightful to take advantage of the excellent service offered for shipping. The companies are certified by business organizations and many have awards from years of excellent participation in worldwide competitions.

Giving in to the temptation to buy a treat via these online websites is one way to take a mini vacation to Hawaii. Ordering gift combinations is easy, and a shipment can arrive very soon after the order is placed. Filling the kitchen with the fragrance and flavor of traditional island foods is a nice treat for family and friends.




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