Fruit
Loquat
ビワ びわ biwa
Also known asbiwa
At its best in Jun, Jul
When it is at its best
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
In seasonAvailable
How to cook
Eaten fresh
Simply peeled.
Compote
Poached in syrup.
Jam
Pitted and cooked down.
Jelly
The flesh set into jelly.
How to choose
Fine hairs still present, with an even deep orange colour and a firm calyx.
Storage
Chilling dulls the flavour. Keep at room temperature and chill only lightly before eating.
Main areas
Good to know
It bruises easily and does not keep. Refrigeration spoils the flavour, so room temperature is the rule.
