The almost forgotten fruit with multiple virtues: carob

In the teeming world of fruits and foods that are beneficial to our health, some treasures remain unknown or forgotten, despite their remarkable nutritional properties. Among them, carob, an ancestral fruit with exceptional virtues, deserves a special place. Highly prized by our ancestors, this fruit is returning to the forefront of the culinary scene, perfectly illustrating how ancient traditions can enrich our contemporary knowledge about food.

Origin and description of carob
Carob, scientifically called Ceratonia siliqua, comes from a tree of the Fabaceae family. Native to the Mediterranean regions and Western Asia, this tree produces pods that resemble brown beans, containing a sweet pulp and seeds.

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