Let's explore the wonderful world of jujubes – a fruit that's not just sweet, but also packed with history and loads of health perks!

First up, a sprinkle of history! Jujubes originated in China, dating back to more than 4,000 years. Known for their therapeutic properties in traditional Chinese medicine, these fruits were once the preserve of royalty and the elite.

Now, let’s talk types! There's a whole palette of jujubes out there—from the sour and tiny wild varieties to the larger, sweeter ones that you might find in your local supermarket. Each variety has its unique charm.

1. Jujube and apple peel tea

Ingredients

- 1 spoon of apple peel

- 6 jujubes

- 1 spoon of cinnamon

Cooking Instructions

1. Peel an apple and use it.

2. Boil everything with 2 glasses of water.

3. Enjoy your meal!

2. Quince jujube cinnamon tea

Ingredients

- 1 tablespoon of dried quince

- 1/2 cinnamon stick

- 5 jujubes

- 2 glasses of boiling water

Cooking Instructions

1. Break the cinnamon stick into smaller pieces.

2. Cut the jujubes into two parts.

3. Put everything into a teapot.

4. Place the teapot in a boiling kettle for 15 minutes.

5. Enjoy your meal!

How you store jujubes

Fresh jujubes

- Keep them sealed in their bag in the refrigerator until you're ready to eat them.

- Fresh jujubes will soften and turn from yellow to red quickly at room temperature.

- For longer storage, you can store jujubes at 0–1°C in vented polyethylene bags to keep them crisp for over 100 days.

- If you need to store them even longer, you can freeze jujubes in liquid media at a temperature below -22°C.

Dried jujubes

- Keep them sealed in their bag.

- Store them in a cool, dark place like a cupboard or in the refrigerator to maximize their shelf life.

- Dried jujubes are best consumed within one year of purchase.

Get cooking, Lykkers! Dig into these handy Jujube recipes together!