Ingredient · No. 007

Gooseberry

Difficulty Bread and Butter

Sounds like a character from a Beatrix Potter story who's seen too much. Surprisingly tart, and surprisingly nutritious — gooseberries contain more vitamin C per gram than oranges. In 19th-century Britain, gooseberry clubs held fierce competitions to grow the heaviest ones.

Rich in antioxidants, fibre and vitamins & minerals.

Origins

Native to the temperate climates of Europe and Western Asia, with a long history in British gardens.

United KingdomAsiaEurope

Used In

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No. 342 · 19 Apr 2026 · 100% solved, 6.3 guesses on average

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