King White Mulberries
- The Rainbow Team
- May 17, 2015
- 1 min read
Seasons/Availability
King White mulberries are available in the early spring through the summer.
Current Facts
King White mulberries are botanically known as Morus macroura, and other common names include Himalayan mulberry hybrid, or Shatoot in its native Pakistan. These mulberry relatives are longer than the English Black mulberries and have greater appeal due to the lack of the deep purple juice that leaves its mark on the eater.
Description/Taste
King White mulberries are roughly 2 ½ to 3 ½ inches long and are virtually seedless. The young berries start out dark green and gradually lighten into a soft white and are almost translucent in color. King White mulberries can be eaten when they are still light green, though the sugars haven’t quite developed to their sweetest flavor potential. Once fully mature the taste is very sweet, with hints of honey. King White mulberries have 30% sugar content, and are much sweeter than Black mulberries.
Applications
King White mulberries are often eaten fresh, out-of-hand. They can be eaten when under-ripe, but the flavor is much sweeter when they are all-white and fully mature. King White mulberries can be used to make jams and jellies, or add to pies and tarts. For a sweet twist, add King White mulberries to summer green salads.
Geography/History
King White mulberries are native to the Himalayan Mountains in China and in neighboring India. They can be found growing in Pakistan and other areas along the Arabian Sea. The King White mulberry is popular in Australia and can be found at farmers markets in Southern California.
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