Discover Rare Citrus Fruits in Waikerie
At G.M. Arnold & Son, we want you to be adventurous and try new foods without having to travel halfway around the world. That’s why we’ve done all the work for you by sourcing some extraordinary rare citrus fruits from across the globe. Blood oranges from the Mediterranean and pomelos from Asia are just a start. Read on to find out more about our impressive selection of superior quality citrus fruits.
Buddha’s Hands or Fingered Citron
Buddha’s hands, also known as fingered citrons, are costly to pick and pack, and they’re mostly exported for religious ceremonies. They’re also used for cooking, floral art and fragrances. There are no segments on the inside, only pith and zest, which is extremely good for cooking. The fruit looks similar to fingers or a closed fist, and is ideally purchased in the changing colour stage from green to yellow. The best zest is found on fully ripe yellow fruit, although this can have a shorter shelf life.
Other Rare Fruits
Pomelo
The pomelo, sometimes called a Chinese Grapefruit, is a large citrus fruit from Asia. Our pomelos are sweeter due to our unique growing conditions compared to many other growing conditions both in Australia and elsewhere.
Feijoas
Feijoas are a popular fruit in New Zealand, with large commercial orchards throughout the country. Looking much like a small avocado, the feijoa, sometimes called a pineapple guava, has a unique and delicious flavour.
Lemonade
Sweeter and easier to eat than a lemon, the lemonade fruit looks like a lime but turns yellow as it ripens. It’s a refreshing fruit that’s a cross between lemon, orange and mandarin, displaying a mix of green and yellow colours when ripe.
Quince
A popular winter dessert fruit often used to make quince jelly for cheese plates.
Pomegranate
We have a wonderful variety of pomegranates at the moment, with each one boasting a dark red in both seed and colour.