Fruit

Starfruit

About This Entry

Starfruit is a waxy tropical fruit with grape-like acidity and citrus-apple perfume in Southeast Asian salads — its crisp tartness pairs with aromatic whites, lager, and off-dry sparkling wine.

Wine Pairing Explanation

Primary wine styles

viognier

Common Culinary Uses

mango

At a Glance

Group

Tropical Fruits

Classification

Fruits

Usage intensity

accent

Scientific name

Averrhoa carambola

Scientific Classification

Display name: Starfruit
Classification: Fruits
Group: Tropical Fruits
Scientific name: Averrhoa carambola

Taxonomy

Usage intensity: accent