Blackberries: How to Buy, Store, and Cook
Blue-black blackberries are composed of numerous individual, fleshy seeds clustered around a cone-shaped core. These berries are surprisingly juicy and rich in vitamin C. They are excellent for eating fresh and for culinary use.
When can I buy it?
Fresh blackberries can be purchased from late July to mid-October.
How to choose the best one?
Choose large, shiny, soft berries. Avoid berries with mold or spots. If you're buying berries in a basket or jar, check the condition of the berries at the bottom. They shouldn't be bruised or even crushed.
Processing
Blackberries are very fragile berries. If possible, avoid washing them. If you must, wash them immediately before using, then place them on paper towels to remove excess moisture.
Storage
Place paper towels on a plate and arrange the blackberries on top in a single layer, making sure they don't overlap. Refrigerate the plate with the berries. Remove them from the refrigerator an hour before serving to allow them to warm up slightly at room temperature. It's best to eat the berries within a few days of purchasing them.
Culinary uses
Blackberries can be sprinkled with sugar, topped with cream liqueur or cream, and then served. They can be pureed and used in sorbet ice cream or sherbets. Blackberries are also great in baked goods with apples.
If necessary, blackberries can be replaced with loganberries (a hybrid of garden blackberries and raspberries) or raspberries.
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