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Currant
Northern Europe, AsiaSummer (June–August)Tart, bright, slightly sweet
Did You Know?
The classic French sauce for lamb — Cumberland sauce — is traditionally made with red currant jelly, port wine, and orange zest.
Overview
Northern Europe · Summer (June–August) · fruits
Currant (fresh red or white) is a small, round berry that grows in tight clusters. Fresh red currants are tart and jewel-bright, widely used in French cuisine for jelly, sauces, and garnishes.
Northern Europe
Origin
Summer
Season
Easy
Difficulty
fruits
Category
Flavor Profile
Tartbrightslightly sweetintensely fruity
Storage Tips
Refrigerate up to 5 days. Freeze in a single layer then bag for longer storage.
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How to Cook with Currant
Recipes, pairings, substitutes, and professional tips
Cooking Tips
Use in jelly, jam, sauces for game and lamb, dessert garnishes, fool, and Summer pudding. Too tart to eat alone for most.
Best Pairings
lambvenisoncreamvanillaport winealmondorange
Substitutes
Red currant jelly, pomegranate seeds, cranberry
Nutrition & Health Benefits
The nutritional profile and health properties of Currant
Nutrition Highlights
fat
0.2
carbs
13.8
fiber
4.3
protein
1.4
calories
56
vitamin_c
54% DV
vitamin_k
11% DV
Quick Facts
Categoryfruits
OriginNorthern Europe, Asia
SeasonSummer (June–August)
DifficultyEasy
Health Benefits
Very high in vitamin C, antioxidants, and vitamin K. Immune-boosting, anti-inflammatory.
Currant Photos
6 photos showcasing Currant in its many forms
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Currant
fruits
OriginNorthern Europe
SeasonSummer (June–August)
DifficultyEasy
Flavor Notes
Tartbrightslightly sweetintensely fruity
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Pairs Well With
lambvenisoncreamvanillaport winealmondorange
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