exotic fruits Archives - falafelandcaviar.com Sun, 04 Jun 2023 08:23:16 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 Exotic and Unusual Fruits From Around The World https://falafelandcaviar.com/exotic-and-unusual-fruits-from-around-the-world/ Tue, 06 Jun 2023 08:16:00 +0000 https://falafelandcaviar.com/?p=17983 Are you tired of the same old fruits on your plate? Ready to embark on a culinary journey that will awaken your taste buds? Look no further! We’re taking you on an exotic fruit safari, exploring the vibrant and unusual fruits from around the world. Get ready to tantalize your senses with flavors and textures […]

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]]> Are you tired of the same old fruits on your plate? Ready to embark on a culinary journey that will awaken your taste buds? Look no further! We’re taking you on an exotic fruit safari, exploring the vibrant and unusual fruits from around the world. Get ready to tantalize your senses with flavors and textures you never thought possible.

Mangosteen: The Queen of Fruits

Hailing from Southeast Asia, the mangosteen is often referred to as the “Queen of Fruits.” With its vibrant purple exterior and juicy white flesh, this fruit offers a unique flavor profile that blends sweet and tangy notes. One bite into its delicate flesh will transport you to tropical paradise.

Durian: The King of Fruits

Love it or hate it, there’s no denying the distinctiveness of the durian. Known as the “King of Fruits,” this spiky fruit is infamous for its pungent aroma, which some describe as a combination of ripe cheese and onions. But don’t let that deter you! Once you get past the smell, the creamy and custard-like flesh is surprisingly delicious.

Jabuticaba: The Grape of the Tropics

Native to Brazil, the jabuticaba is a fascinating fruit that grows directly on the trunk of its tree. With its dark purple skin and sweet, grape-like taste, it offers a refreshing burst of flavor. Eating jabuticaba is not just a culinary experience, but also a visual delight as you pluck the fruit straight from the tree.

Rambutan: The Hairy Wonder

Originating from Southeast Asia, the rambutan is a peculiar fruit covered in vibrant red or yellow spiky hairs. Don’t let its appearance intimidate you! Beneath the hairy exterior lies a sweet and juicy flesh that resembles a lychee. Each bite is like unwrapping a tropical surprise.

Horned Melon: Nature’s Alien Fruit

Prepare to be transported to another planet with the horned melon. This peculiar fruit, also known as kiwano or African horned cucumber, features a spiky orange-yellow exterior with vibrant green flesh and edible seeds. Its taste is a delightful mix of tangy, citrusy flavors that will leave you wanting more.

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]]> Should You Be Eating Guava? https://falafelandcaviar.com/should-you-be-eating-guava/ Mon, 18 Nov 2019 06:00:08 +0000 https://falafelandcaviar.com/?p=12418 If you’re a bit bored with regular fruits like bananas, apples, and oranges, there are things you can try to experience new flavors. For example, you can try guava, a tropical fruit native to Mexico that today grows all around the world. The fruit is often used in pies and cakes and it makes a […]

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]]> If you’re a bit bored with regular fruits like bananas, apples, and oranges, there are things you can try to experience new flavors. For example, you can try guava, a tropical fruit native to Mexico that today grows all around the world. The fruit is often used in pies and cakes and it makes a delicious ice cream flavor.

Guava resembles a green apple from the outside, though the inside can be white, pink, and everything in between. The fruit smells pleasantly and can be eaten raw, though it’s popular for use in many different recipes. One guava fruit has only 38 calories and 5 grams of sugar, which makes it a perfect snack for any dietary needs. Thanks to the high levels of Vitamins A and C, folic acid, potassium, manganese, and copper, guava is often called a “superfruit”.

“Guava is a very good source of fiber, thus it can assist with digestive health,” clinical nutrition manager Michelle Lowery told How Stuff Works. She added that guava is a great source of fiber, which is important because most people don’t consume enough fiber on a daily basis.

Have you tried guava yet?

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]]> What’s The Big Fuss About Dragon Fruit? https://falafelandcaviar.com/whats-the-big-fuss-about-dragon-fruit/ Tue, 16 Jul 2019 16:43:02 +0000 https://falafelandcaviar.com/?p=9810 Dragon fruit, also known as pitaya, is an exotic fruit native to South and Central America, though it is now cultivated in Southeast Asia and other places with tropical climates. These strange-looking fruits have been trendy for a while, which comes at a pretty steep cost when you buy them at the grocery store. But, […]

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]]> Dragon fruit, also known as pitaya, is an exotic fruit native to South and Central America, though it is now cultivated in Southeast Asia and other places with tropical climates. These strange-looking fruits have been trendy for a while, which comes at a pretty steep cost when you buy them at the grocery store. But, why is everyone so obsessed with them?

Dragon fruit might be strange and interesting on the outside, and beautifully white or bright fuschia on the inside, but if you’ve ever tasted one of these fruits, you probably were a bit surprised. Dragon fruit has a really mild taste, which is surprising and can be described as somewhere between a cactus pear and a kiwi. This makes it easy to put into smoothie bowls, make into a salad dressing, or anything else without it being overwhelming.

Though the flavor might not be strong, it is really healthy for you! Dragon fruit has few calories, tons of vitamins C, B1, B2, and B3, along with calcium, iron, and more! Eating a dragon fruit will keep your body super strong and resilient, and you can do it all whilst eating something that is so incredibly aesthetically pleasing.

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]]> ersion="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> exotic fruits Archives - falafelandcaviar.com Sun, 04 Jun 2023 08:23:16 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 Exotic and Unusual Fruits From Around The World https://falafelandcaviar.com/exotic-and-unusual-fruits-from-around-the-world/ Tue, 06 Jun 2023 08:16:00 +0000 https://falafelandcaviar.com/?p=17983 Are you tired of the same old fruits on your plate? Ready to embark on a culinary journey that will awaken your taste buds? Look no further! We’re taking you on an exotic fruit safari, exploring the vibrant and unusual fruits from around the world. Get ready to tantalize your senses with flavors and textures […]

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]]> Are you tired of the same old fruits on your plate? Ready to embark on a culinary journey that will awaken your taste buds? Look no further! We’re taking you on an exotic fruit safari, exploring the vibrant and unusual fruits from around the world. Get ready to tantalize your senses with flavors and textures you never thought possible.

Mangosteen: The Queen of Fruits

Hailing from Southeast Asia, the mangosteen is often referred to as the “Queen of Fruits.” With its vibrant purple exterior and juicy white flesh, this fruit offers a unique flavor profile that blends sweet and tangy notes. One bite into its delicate flesh will transport you to tropical paradise.

Durian: The King of Fruits

Love it or hate it, there’s no denying the distinctiveness of the durian. Known as the “King of Fruits,” this spiky fruit is infamous for its pungent aroma, which some describe as a combination of ripe cheese and onions. But don’t let that deter you! Once you get past the smell, the creamy and custard-like flesh is surprisingly delicious.

Jabuticaba: The Grape of the Tropics

Native to Brazil, the jabuticaba is a fascinating fruit that grows directly on the trunk of its tree. With its dark purple skin and sweet, grape-like taste, it offers a refreshing burst of flavor. Eating jabuticaba is not just a culinary experience, but also a visual delight as you pluck the fruit straight from the tree.

Rambutan: The Hairy Wonder

Originating from Southeast Asia, the rambutan is a peculiar fruit covered in vibrant red or yellow spiky hairs. Don’t let its appearance intimidate you! Beneath the hairy exterior lies a sweet and juicy flesh that resembles a lychee. Each bite is like unwrapping a tropical surprise.

Horned Melon: Nature’s Alien Fruit

Prepare to be transported to another planet with the horned melon. This peculiar fruit, also known as kiwano or African horned cucumber, features a spiky orange-yellow exterior with vibrant green flesh and edible seeds. Its taste is a delightful mix of tangy, citrusy flavors that will leave you wanting more.

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]]> Should You Be Eating Guava? https://falafelandcaviar.com/should-you-be-eating-guava/ Mon, 18 Nov 2019 06:00:08 +0000 https://falafelandcaviar.com/?p=12418 If you’re a bit bored with regular fruits like bananas, apples, and oranges, there are things you can try to experience new flavors. For example, you can try guava, a tropical fruit native to Mexico that today grows all around the world. The fruit is often used in pies and cakes and it makes a […]

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]]> If you’re a bit bored with regular fruits like bananas, apples, and oranges, there are things you can try to experience new flavors. For example, you can try guava, a tropical fruit native to Mexico that today grows all around the world. The fruit is often used in pies and cakes and it makes a delicious ice cream flavor.

Guava resembles a green apple from the outside, though the inside can be white, pink, and everything in between. The fruit smells pleasantly and can be eaten raw, though it’s popular for use in many different recipes. One guava fruit has only 38 calories and 5 grams of sugar, which makes it a perfect snack for any dietary needs. Thanks to the high levels of Vitamins A and C, folic acid, potassium, manganese, and copper, guava is often called a “superfruit”.

“Guava is a very good source of fiber, thus it can assist with digestive health,” clinical nutrition manager Michelle Lowery told How Stuff Works. She added that guava is a great source of fiber, which is important because most people don’t consume enough fiber on a daily basis.

Have you tried guava yet?

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]]> What’s The Big Fuss About Dragon Fruit? https://falafelandcaviar.com/whats-the-big-fuss-about-dragon-fruit/ Tue, 16 Jul 2019 16:43:02 +0000 https://falafelandcaviar.com/?p=9810 Dragon fruit, also known as pitaya, is an exotic fruit native to South and Central America, though it is now cultivated in Southeast Asia and other places with tropical climates. These strange-looking fruits have been trendy for a while, which comes at a pretty steep cost when you buy them at the grocery store. But, […]

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]]> Dragon fruit, also known as pitaya, is an exotic fruit native to South and Central America, though it is now cultivated in Southeast Asia and other places with tropical climates. These strange-looking fruits have been trendy for a while, which comes at a pretty steep cost when you buy them at the grocery store. But, why is everyone so obsessed with them?

Dragon fruit might be strange and interesting on the outside, and beautifully white or bright fuschia on the inside, but if you’ve ever tasted one of these fruits, you probably were a bit surprised. Dragon fruit has a really mild taste, which is surprising and can be described as somewhere between a cactus pear and a kiwi. This makes it easy to put into smoothie bowls, make into a salad dressing, or anything else without it being overwhelming.

Though the flavor might not be strong, it is really healthy for you! Dragon fruit has few calories, tons of vitamins C, B1, B2, and B3, along with calcium, iron, and more! Eating a dragon fruit will keep your body super strong and resilient, and you can do it all whilst eating something that is so incredibly aesthetically pleasing.

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