Green cherry plum
Small unripe cherry plum fruits with firm flesh and a very sour astringent taste for tkemali sauce, snacks and marinades.
Green cherry plum are small unripe cherry plum fruits with firm flesh, a thin skin and a very sour, astringent taste with a light bitterness. They are used for sour Georgian sauces (tkemali), snacks and marinades, added to braised meat and fish for tang, salted and pickled whole and cooked into compotes and sour jams with a lot of sugar.
Calories, proteins, fats and carbohydrates per 100 g of product
Green cherry plum, Raw: Calories 46.0 kcal, Proteins 0.7 grams, Fats 0.3 grams, Carbohydrates 11.4 grams per 100 g of product.
Recipes with this ingredient
The recipe is taken from the book "Abkhazian cuisine" published by "Eksmo".
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This refreshing plum lemonade with thyme and sage is a true elixir of summer coolness. Plum, traditionally used in Eastern and European cuisine, gives the drink a slight tartness, while the combination of sage and thyme offers a delicate aroma with herbal notes. Lime adds freshness, and brown sugar provides a soft sweetness that harmoniously ties the flavors together. This lemonade quenches thirst perfectly and is suitable as a standalone drink or as an addition to picnics and summer parties. It refreshes ideally on a hot day, and its complex aroma makes it a true gastronomic delight. The drink reveals itself even better after prolonged steeping, allowing all the ingredients to create an unparalleled flavor symphony.
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Plum wine, a traditional Hungarian drink, reveals the taste of green plums enriched with soft notes of sugar and the strength of vodka. This recipe recalls ancient methods of making fruit infusions, where each berry imparts its aroma and tartness to the drink. After a 30-day aging process, the infusion acquires a rich flavor that pairs perfectly with light snacks or desserts. Hungarians appreciate plum wine for its fruity freshness, and diluting it with mineral water allows for taste adaptation, making it smoother and refreshingly light. This elixir is a symbol of leisurely evenings and the rich flavor heritage of Central Europe.
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Tkemali green is a traditional Georgian sauce that embodies the summer freshness and spiciness of the Caucasus. Its base is green plum, giving the sauce a refreshing tartness, while herbs, garlic, and coriander add a rich aroma. Tkemali perfectly complements meat dishes, especially kebabs, helping to reveal the depth of flavor. The mild spiciness of green pepper awakens the appetite, while mint adds a subtle coolness. This sauce is not just a condiment but an important part of the Georgian meal that brings a festive mood to dishes. It can be served with roasted meat as well as vegetables or fish, creating harmony of flavors and textures.
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