Gooseberry

Gooseberry is a small fruit native to Central and Western Europe, growing on shrubs of the genus Ribes. The berries can be green, yellow, red or purple, with a flavour ranging from sharply tart to sweet-sour. In the kitchen, they are most commonly used for making jams, preserves, compotes and fruit sauces. They work wonderfully in pies, cakes and crumbles, or as a filling for pastries. Fresh berries can be added to fruit salads or enjoyed on their own. Gooseberries are a good source of vitamin C, B vitamins and dietary fibre. The harvest season runs mainly from June to August.