Bite into a kiwi too soon and youre in for a tart surprise.
Here are the signs its go time.
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Kiwis, also known as kiwifruits, are a mysterious fruit.
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Why do they have brown furry skin?
What part of the kiwi is edible?
How do you know when theyre ripe?
Victor Protasio
Plus, many people wonder whether kiwis are sweet or sour.
With so much mystery surrounding these balls of nutrients and flavor, its time to set the record straight.
First of all, kiwis arent tropical fruits.
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Theyre native to thesubtropical regions of China, so they also go by the name Chinese gooseberry.
And yes, that makes them part of the berry family.
you could also use them as toppings on smoothie bowls, salads, and oats.
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Here are some recipe ideas to put them to good use.
Instead of pickles, this recipe calls for sweet kiwi andrefreshing cucumber.
Serve on a platter with yogurt and top with coconut shavings for an irresistible snack or side dish.
Greg DuPree
The taste of kiwi is often compared to berries and bananas, which are the base of this dish.
Kale Smoothie With Pineapple and Banana
One way to eat ripe kiwi is to drink it.
This green smoothie recipe calls for pineapple and banana, which pair well with kiwi.
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With all that fruit and a splash of coconut milk, you wont even taste thekale!
It consists of layers of homemade granola,yogurt, lemon curd, and berries.
Swap out the berries for kiwi, or simply add kiwi for extra goodness.
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