Benefits

Star fruit is one of the very low-calorie exotic fruits and it has an impressive list of essential nutrients, antioxidants, potassium and vitamins B, B2, C and many others required for well-being.

Flavour

The carambola, or starfruit, is a star-shaped fruit with green or pale yellow skin, when ripen, which can be used in a wide range of dishes. The fruit is also delicious eaten on its own. The flesh of the fruit is translucent and may contain a few (edible) black seeds. It has a fresh and powerful fragrance. The taste is best described as mildly apple-flavoured.