GRANNY SMITH EXTRA APPLE

€4.44 el kg.
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Granny Smith Apple: Discover Its Unique and Versatile Flavor

The Granny Smith Apple is a variety of apple originating from Australia, known for its distinctive tart and crispy flavor. It has a bright green skin and firm, juicy flesh that makes it perfect for cooking and baking in a variety of sweet and savory dishes. Due to its acidity, the Granny Smith apple is especially popular for use in desserts such as pies, crumbles, and cakes, as well as in sauces and chutneys. It is also an excellent choice for fruit salads or to be eaten raw as a snack. The Granny Smith apple is easy to find in most grocery stores and fruit markets, and due to its durability, it can be stored for several weeks without losing its flavor or texture.

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Granny Smith Apple: Discover its Unique and Flavorful Characteristics

The Granny Smith apple is a fruit with a bright green color and small white lenticels. It has a round shape and a medium to large size. The skin is thick and smooth, while the pulp is white, firm, juicy, crisp, and acidic. Its taste is both sweet and tart, providing a refreshing experience.

Origins and Commercialization of the Granny Smith Apple

The Granny Smith apple is a variety originating from Australia, where it emerged as a chance seedling in Maria Ann Smith's orchard, earning its name "Granny Smith." Discovered in the 1860s, it was introduced to the UK in the 1930s and the United States in the 1970s. It is believed to be a cross between Malus domestica and M. sylvestris species.

Health Benefits of the Granny Smith Apple

This apple is exceptionally healthy, being rich in vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. It possesses diuretic, cleansing, anti-inflammatory, and digestive regulatory properties. It aids in preventing cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, cholesterol issues, and cancer. Additionally, it contributes to better oral health, vision, and immune system function.

Versatility in Cooking and Gastronomy

The Granny Smith apple is highly versatile in both cooking and gastronomy. It can be enjoyed fresh as a snack or dessert or utilized in various sweet and savory recipes. Ideal for making pies, cakes, compotes, jams, juices, or cider, it also complements cheeses, salads, meats, or fish. Its pulp retains quality for several months and doesn't oxidize easily when cut.

Cultivation and Varieties of the Granny Smith Apple

Cultivating the Granny Smith apple requires a temperate and humid climate. It blossoms in spring and is harvested between October and November. The tree has a medium to tall stature, with grayish bark and oval-toothed leaves. Its flowers are pink and white, and the fruits feature abundant white lenticels. Being partially self-sterile, it relies on other pollinators for fruitful yields. Some derived varieties include Granny Smith 3196 and Granny Smith Crielaard.

Recipe: Granny Smith Apple Pie

Ingredients:

  • 1 pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
  • 5 Granny Smith apples, peeled and sliced
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon powder
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 beaten egg

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 200°C and grease a pie pan with butter.
  2. Place the pie crust in the pan, covering the base and sides. Prick the base with a fork to prevent it from rising while baking.
  3. In a large bowl, mix the apples, sugar, cinnamon, and flour until the apples are well coated.
  4. Pour the apple mixture into the prepared pie crust, spreading it evenly.
  5. Cut the butter into small pieces and distribute them over the apples.
  6. Cover the pie with a second layer of crust, sealing the edges by pressing with fingers or a fork.
  7. Brush the surface of the pie with the beaten egg.
  8. Bake the pie in the preheated oven for about 45-50 minutes or until the surface is golden and crispy.
  9. Remove from the oven and let it cool before serving. Enjoy this delicious Granny Smith apple pie!
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