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    Can I eat the passionfruit seeds as well?
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    Certainly! Much like a pomegranate, passionfruit seeds are completely edible and part of the fun of eating the fruit.
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    Are passionfruit seeds digestible?
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    Yes, the seeds are completely edible and digestible. They don't taste like much though as the delicious fruit juice overpowers the taste of the seed.
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    Can I freeze passionfruit juice?
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    Yes. I freeze in ice cube trays and then put them in a bag and take a few at a time.
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    What is the best time to eat passion fruits?
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    Usually during the hot seasons, such as summer.
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    Can you mix the passionfruit in the blender, and if so, is it okay to eat the seeds?
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    Yes! You can make a passionfruit juice by mixing the flesh together with the seeds using a blender (don't blend the skin). This is how it is sold on the streets in Brazil - they mix the flesh and seeds and hand it to you in a plastic cup "to go". It's the most refreshing drink I've ever tried - perfect for a hot summer!
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    Why is my passion fruit plant just flowering but not producing any mature fruit?
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    Your plant might be too young. Most will start fruiting during the second year after planting. It should be in an area that receives a lot of sun.
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    When do I pick the fruit off the vine?
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    When a passionfruit is ripe, it will fall off the plant on its own, or a gentle touch will make the fruit fall into your hand.
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    Can I blend passionfruit with other fruits and vegetables?
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    Sure you can. For an extra tropical taste, blend some passion fruit with mango and orange juice.
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    What are the health benefits of eating passionfruit?
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    Passionfruit contains vitamin C.
  • Question
    Will passion fruit help me to lose weight?
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    It may, if eaten regularly in place of other, unhealthy choices. But the fruit itself does not have any weight loss benefits.
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    Does the fruit have seeds and, if so, do I remove them?
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    Passionfruit does have seeds, loads of them! The seeds are edible and do not need to be removed. They are part of the enjoyment of this fruit.
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    Can I eat white flesh inside the fruit?
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    You should not eat the white inner layer of the skin because it tastes bitter.
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    What do the seeds taste like?
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    They don't really taste like anything. The delicious flesh over powers it. But it's still really good to eat the seeds, although they're better swallowed hole than crunched.
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    Can I eat the skin of a passionfruit?
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    The skin is not considered edible and can contain small amounts of cyanide, which is toxic.
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    Why can't I eat a passion fruit whole?
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    Because the outside skin is inedible and contains small amounts of cyanide.
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    How can I identify this plant?
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    Most of the time, it will be a deep purple (if ripe) and about the size of your fist (depending how big your hands are). The wrinkled ones are best.
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    I felt itchy all over my body after eating passion fruit. What could be the cause?
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    This may be a sign of an allergic reaction. It would be advisable to avoid eating this fruit in the future. The severity of the allergic reactions can increase.
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    Is it possible to have an allergic reaction to passionfruit?
    Community Answer
    Yes, you could theoretically be allergic to passionfruit.
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    Is it safe for children to eat passionfruit?
    Community Answer
    Yes.
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    Can I plant the seeds?
    Community Answer
    My mom used to plant them from seeds in Puerto Rico. They need a humid hot weather to grow (if I'm not mistaken).
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    When should I pick my passion fruit if it's always green?
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    Some varieties stay green even when ripe. Check the texture to determine when to pick your fruit.
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    Can passion fruit ripen after being picked?
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    Yes, if they were picked before being ready, just wrap them in newspaper and store them in a cool dark place and they will ripen. You may also keep them on your kitchen counter until they ripen. They will not ripen if you place them in the refrigerator.
  • Question
    Won't you damage your appendix when you swallow the passion fruit seed?
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    Many people eat the seeds, so it is unlikely.
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    My passion fruits on the vine are yellow, but the inner seeds are red. Are these edible?
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    Yes! They're quite rare but amazing in taste. They are safe. Look up pictures on Google to see if it corresponds with what you're seeing!
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    How big do the plants get?
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    The vines get enormous. One vine will climb to the top of a large oak tree and fill the oak tree with hundreds of fruits.
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    What does passion fruit taste like?
    Community Answer
    It tastes sour and is not a strong sweet. Many people add sugar to it.
  • Question
    What is the Malay word for passion fruit?
    Community Answer
    In Malay it is said, buah markisar.
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    Can I use passionfruit to bake a cake?
    Community Answer
    Yes, you can!
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    How do I make passion fruit jam?
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    Scoop out seeds and pulp and put in pot with a little water. Boil to help the seeds come away from the pulp. Strain through cheese cloth or a strainer. Then if it needs sweetening, add some sugar or apple cider. Boil again then put in sanitized jars or you can freeze.
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    Can I make tea from the skin?
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    Maybe, if the peel you’re talking about isn’t the thinnest outer shell of the peel, but the white rind that’s left over after the inner pulp and seeds are scooped out. It's bitter, but edible. But if you are talking about the thinnest outer shell of the peel, I would not advise it, because it contains trace amounts of cyanide.
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