As far as fruits go, Uchuvas are really little gems. They are also called in some other countries "ground cherries", and they are as delicious as cherries without the big pit in the middle. They are very versatile little fruits and can be eaten as-is for a quick no mess snack, or they taste great on different types of salads. We almost always have a fresh stock of these little things in our home.
The Uchuva can come in a little pod like this....
...but they are more commonly bought in bulk and pre-husked.
You might ask, "What flavor do they have?"
The answer is that they have a really unique flavor. Nothing else tastes like an Uchuva, and an Uchuva really tastes like nothing else. So it does NOT have the flavor of whatever fruit I use to describe it. The first time I tried them at Parque Arví, I was shocked at how different and good they tasted.
Before they ripen, they have a really tangy flavor which some people enjoy. As they ripen, they develop a sweeter berry-like flavor.
There are little edible seeds on the inside which aren't a hassle at all (for those of you who don't like seeds). The inside is kind of meaty, so they are not as watery as a grape.
I highly recommend trying this little fruit out if you ever get a chance. Hey! Why not try them out the next time you visit Colombia?
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