What exotic fruits you will not see on store shelves! New unusual “guests” from the tropics are constantly arriving at the latitudes of the post-Soviet space. But the natural diversity of fruits in tropical countries seems inexhaustible - no matter how wide the range,anyway, something new appears every time. Today we have compiled a collection of the most unusual tropical fruits. They look strange in appearance. But, as you know, appearance is deceiving. And for many, these wonders have become favorite goodies.
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Kiwano
This fruit is a bit like a chestnut. Its surface is covered with spikes. Inside is a jelly-like pulp. Fruit grows in South America and South Africa.
Citrus-leaf Morinda (Noni)
It grows in Asia and is also found in northern Australia. Noni's taste is not very pleasant. But she has the ability destroy free radicals, therefore used in the treatment and prevention of cancer.
Thai fruit: durian
The name of the fruit comes from the Malay word "dope", which means "thorn". Fruits can reach a weight of 8 kg. Different people describe the taste of durian in completely different ways. One seems like a custard. Another fruit resembles a banana. But as for the smell, then all agree in one opinion: it is unbearable. Durian smells like sewage and rotten foods: garlic, fish. For this reason, durian cannot be carried into the cabin.
Sausep (Soursop)
Like Noni, Sausep has high antioxidant properties. Grows in Mexico, the Bahamas, Australia, Peru. Sausep makes various desserts, teas.
Mangosteen
Inside the mangosteen reminds everyone of the familiar garlic. Homeland fruit - Thailand. For the beneficial properties of the mangosteen, he was nicknamed the "king of fruits." Mangosteen are rich in a special kind antioxidants, and therefore act as an excellent prevention of cancer. Also, this fruit is used against migraines.
Longan
Grows in the north of Thailand. In taste (and in appearance too), the longan is similar to lychee. This fruit has good tonic properties.
Jackfruit (East Indian breadfruit)
Grows in tropical latitudes on huge trees, similar in size to oaks. The weight of one jackfruit can reach 34 kg. The peel of these fruits smells unpleasant, but the flesh is delicious.
Tamarind (Indian Date)
Used by the inhabitants of India for giving dishes a sour taste. The inside of tamarind is sweet and sour. The fruit has anti-inflammatory properties. But because of its taste, it is not recommended for people suffering from stomach diseases.
Pandanus Roofing
Grows in Oceania and Southeast Asia. Aborigines eat it. Pandan is also used for headaches and to increase the overall tone of the body.
Pandan leaves look like this.
In Thailand, pandan leaves are added to bread, which makes baking light green shade.
