The fall wind brings fresh water caltrop fruit. The regional water caltrop fruit has actually already entered the marketplace in big quantity to welcome the upcoming Mid-Autumn Festival, which falls on September 21 this year.
Water caltrop, grown in rivers and ponds, is one of the 8 water plants in Suzhou. Its fruit is incredibly popular with locals for its high nutritious value.
The freshly chosen water caltrop fruit handles a brilliant color. With the shell got rid of, it releases a rejuvenating odor and is crisp and sweet to taste. Besides being consumed raw, it can be made into numerous dishes as well, consisting of sautéed water caltrop and braised pork with water caltrop. However, do not eat it too often because it has a cool nature.
