What is Akebi?
{{Infobox nutritional value |name=Akebi Fruit |carbs=6.02g |fat=0.21g |protein=0.21g |serving_size=1 fruit |kcal=24 |fiber=2.17g |calcium_mg=12.6 |magnesium_mg=6.3 |phosphorus_mg=9.1 |potassium_mg=168 |iron_mg=0.07 |vitC_mg=6.3}} [[File:Akebia quinata Aomori Japan IMG 2928 05.jpg|thumb]] '''Purple Akebi''' is a cylindrical to oblong fruit, averaging 10-13 centimeters in length, that delicately hangs from trailing vines. There are multiple varieties of akebi fruit varying in size and appearance, but the skin is generally thick, spongy, and semi-firm with a soft give when squeezed. [[Akebia quinata|Five-leaf Akebia]] and [[Akebia trifoliata|Three-leaf Akebia]] are the plants that produce Akebi fruit. == Flavor == Akebi fruits vary greatly in flavor, even within the same species. Some fruits have a complex flavor resembling [[passionfruit]], [[banana]], and [[lychee]], while some have been described as flavorless. == Uses == Akebi can be used in many ways, from stuffing or deep frying the [[Peel (fruit)|rinds]], to mixing the pulp with other fruits and ingredients to make [[smoothie]]s and other drinks. Even the young shoots and leaves are used in [[pickling]] or [[tea]]s. [[Category:Fruits]] [[Category:Ranunculales]] {{food-stub}}