Our fresh Aussie Plums
ALDI plums are Aussie plums.
Nothing beats the taste of fresh, homegrown fruit. That’s why 100% of ALDI’s plums are from local farms. We have an Aussie-first supplier policy, keeping us committed to sourcing our produce from local growers whenever possible. Enjoy them while you can though, plums are only grown in Australia from December to May.
Where do our plums come from?
Don’t be fooled by our low prices. Our plums come from the same farms as other supermarkets. Like the Goulburn Valley in VIC plus Dwellingup, Donnybrook, Manjimup and the Perth Hills in WA.
Fun facts about plums
What is the flavour of a plum like?
Plums are distincltly sweet, tart and juicy. Yum!
What to look for in a plum?
Plums can be deep purple, red, orange or black depending on the variety.
Wondering what to do with plums?
Eat fresh, make a delicious homemade jam, use in dessert or add to your brekkie porridge.
How to store plums?
Store at room temperature (in a fruit bowl) until ripe. Once ripe, refrigerate to last longer.
When are plums in season in Australia?
Plums are associated with Australian Christmas for a reason! That’s because Australian plum season starts in summer and runs through till the end of autumn.
How to prepare plums for jam
Plum jam is a fantastically delicious way to preserve excess plums. To make your own home-made plum jam, follow these easy steps below:
1. Wash, de-seed and quarter your plums
2. Place the plums and half a cup of water to a saucepan
3. Bring the plums to a simmer and leave them to cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally
4. If you prefer your plum jam without chunks, blend the jam with a stick blender
5. Add your desired amount of granulated sugar (if you’re using 2kg of plums, it’s recommended to use 1kg of sugar) and one and a half tablespoons of lemon juice to the saucepan
6. Bring the jam to a boil for 5-15 minutes (depending on your yield). Stir frequently to avoid the jam catching or burning on the pan.
7. Let the plum jam cool for 10 minutes.
8. Stir the jam and then ladle it into heated, sterilised jars. When the jars are filled, immediately seal the jars with sterilised lids.
9. Label your jars and store them in a cool dark place (like the pantry).
What are dried prunes made from?
Prunes are actually just dried plums! Not all plums will be made into prunes, however. Only varieties that don’t ferment during the drying process will be promoted to being a prune!
What are some good plum recipes that I should try?
Great question! On top of plums being a great snack to enjoy in summer and autumn, plums are excellent cooked in both sweet and savoury dishes. For some inspiration on how you can use some of your excess plums, check out our plum recipes below.
