Fruits That Start With K: The Full List (Updated 2022)

Looking for fruits that start with k? In this post we share the COMPLETE list so you know them all. 

Can we just agree that thinking about fruits that start with k is hard? I mean the only one that comes to mind is kiwi and that’s about it. 

However, don’t let that fool you, there are a lot of different fruits that start with K. 

Most of them are definitely not that common or are somewhat hard to find in western supermarket but there are also a couple that will totally surprise you when you see them

Jump to:

• Kiwi
• Kaffir lime
• Kumquats
• Key limes
• Korean pears
• Kaki persimmon
• Karonda berries
• Kvede or quince
• Koroi
• Kanzi apples
• Körsbär
• Keitt Mango 
• Kabosu Fruit
• Kakadu Plum Fruit
• Kei Apple Fruit
• Kundang Fruit
• Keora Fruit
• Kundang Fruit
• Kyoho grapes
• Keule Fruit 
• Kapok Fruit
• Fruits that start with K

Kiwi

We definitely needed to start with the most common one. Kiwi, which can also be known as Chinese gooseberry is actually a type of berry (I know I was confused when i found that out too). 

Kiwis have a fuzzy exterior and a bright green interior with small black seeds. They are low calorie, full of water and packed with fiber. 

Kaffir lime

Another well known fruit that starts with a k is a southeast asian fruit that has a strong citrus scent that’s incredibly delicious. 

Contrary to traditional limes, kaffir limes don’t have a lot of juice but they are incredibly fragrant so their leaves are used in traditional southeast asian recipes. You might be able to find Kaffir leaves at your local store or international food market. 

They are also edible, in the creole cuisine their zest is used in a similar way kaffir leaves are used in SEA dishes. In Cambodia on the other hand the fruit is crystallized and enjoyed as a candy.

They are also used to make essential oils. 

Kumquats

Have you heard about kumquats before? They are a small bright orange citrus fruit roughly the size of a grape. 

Kumquats are native to China but are also produced in countries like Japan, India and the Philippines 

They have a thin skin similar to an orange but they are completely edible whole, no need to peel them. 

They are also packed with nutrients and phytonutrients making them a total superfood bomb. 

Key limes

Told you this list was one to have some unexpected common fruits. For some reason when we are made to think about fruits with k, key limes never come to mind. 

Key limes are smaller and rounder than regular limes. They are also juicier which makes them great for cooking (and probably one of the reasons they are so good to make key lime pie). 

Key limes can also be known as West Indies limes or Mexican limes and while originally from southeast Asia you can also find them in warm places like Latin America or Florida.

Korean pears

Another fruit that some of you probably never heard before. Korean pears are more commonly known as nashi pears, they are produced in Japan and Korea but can be found across the US too.

Korean pears are not exactly like traditional pear shape-wise, the grow on a plant similar to an apple tree so they have an apple like shape, rounder with a deep golden almost brown color.

Kaki persimmon

And last on this list but definitely not least is a persimmon that some of you might have heard before. Kaki or Asian persimmon is a fruit native to China and Japan

Their exterior is bright orange while the interior varies depending on the variety from yellow, white, red to purple. As for taste they can vary from sweet to very sweet.

Kaki persimmon are also great for you being loaded with vitamin A, C and fiber. 

Karonda berries

I bet you’ve never heard of these guys before. They are not something commonly found in supermarkets and if they were, I am sure it would be incredibly expensive (they come from the Himalayas)

Karonda berries look like a wrinkled black grape and while they don’t taste exactly like grapes, they have that tart and bitter taste.

They vary in color from green, to pink, to deep purple depending on how ripe they are.

Since they are kind of bittersweet they are used in recipes like chutneys and pickles.

Kvede or quince

Kvede is an un-sweet fruit that can be eaten raw but it’s even better used in cooking.

The fruit comes from Armenia and/or Iran and the word kvede actually means “quince” in Armenian.

It has a very thick brown skin, inside you will find lots of small seeds and the texture is quite grainy and firm.

The flavor is sour and it’s used in cooking can be added to pies.

Koroi

Koroi is a New Zealand fruit. Also known as a native kahikatea berry is a difficult to find fruit. If you are playing a game where you need to find the most obscure fruits that start with k this might be a good one!

Kanzi apples

Kanzi apples are a type of apple (and actually even a registered brand). It’s yellow and red and has a crisp texture. Incredibly refreshing they have a sweet and sour flavor that makes them incredibly popular.

Körsbär

Ok this is kind of a stretch the reason? Korsbar is the Swedish word for cherry!

Keitt Mango 

A type of mango with a bright colored skin that looks the same when it’s green and when it’s ripe.

Not as commonly found as other mangoes, these variety is slightly sour, a bit sweet and incredibly juicy.

Kabosu Fruit

Kabosu fruit is round and green with a slight yellow tinge. It’s popular in Japan, where it’s native from.

It can be eaten raw or cooked, adding to recipes, desserts, salad dressings and other dishes. And it’s actually very similar in look to a key lime.

The flavor is tangy, sweet and sour.

Kakadu Plum Fruit

Kakadu is a wild Australian fruit with large seeds. It tastes like a combination of fruits, some say it’s pearish but also some tropical flavors too.

Beside being delicious it’s incredibly nutritious, full off Vitamins A & C which makes it super healthy.

Kei Apple Fruit

Kei apples are a variety of apple and these little guys originate from South Africa.

So they might not be as popular or common as other varieties, but their flavor is incredible.

They don’t taste like the typical red apple you might know, but mainly it’s sour and slightly tangy which makes them similar to a mango.

Kundang Fruit

Kundang is a type of melon and popular in Malaysia.

They are small dark green melons with a somewhat rough skin and an incredibly juicy pulp. The flavor is sweet but also sour at the same time, maybe even a bit spicy too.

Keora Fruit

A Keora fruit is a popular fruit in Thailand. It’s actually the fruit from mangroves.

The exterior of the keora is bright green and they taste slightly sour.

Kundang Fruit

Kundang is a type of melon and popular in Malaysia.

They are small dark green melons with a somewhat rough skin and an incredibly juicy pulp. The flavor is sweet but also sour at the same time, maybe even a bit spicy too.

Kyoho grapes

Kyoho grapes are a type of grape that’s incredibly sweet, juicy and bursting with flavor.

These grapes also look really nice since they are dark blue to black in color with slight specks of white.

Keule Fruit 

The keule is a unique looking fruit that come from West Africa, and it tastes like an explosion of flavor in your mouth.

It’s sweet but also slightly sour and sometimes they can be used as an alternative to lemons or limes too.

Kapok Fruit

Kapok fruit come from a tropical tree that’s also known for it’s scientific name Ceiba pentandra, which is where they get their name from.

Their exterior feels like velvet and when you cut them open you can see the seeds inside. These little guys are incredibly sweet and they taste something like a mango or pineapple.

Now that you know ALL fruits that start with K I hope you will be able to grab one of these the next time you visit an Asian market or have an international food event at your place!