Many love to enjoy ripe and juicy fruits. In Russia, more often eat pears, apples, but besides them there are many exotic southern fruits and berries. Some can be found on supermarket shelves, while others can only be tasted in hot countries.
Feijoa
Feijoa is a small fruit that has the shape of an oval. Its length does not exceed 5 cm, and its diameter is 4 cm. The fruit is quite light, weighs about 40 grams. Color varies from light green to dark green. The flesh of the ripe fruit is beige, and the unripe fruit is white. But if you are faced with brown, then we can conclude that the fruit is spoiled.
The consistency of the edible part of the fetus is more reminiscent of jelly. Feijoa is a southern fruit with the smell of strawberries and pineapple, and the taste can only remotely resemble a mixture of these two products.
You can eat whole or just scrape the pulp with a spoon. If you want to eat feijoa immediately, then choose ripe fruits, and if you plan to eat a little later, choose harder ones. Unripe fruit ripens for 4 days.
The fruit contains a large amount of vitamin C and iodine. Feijoa calorie content is 55 kcal per 100 grams of product.
It contains dietary fiber, which favorably affects the digestive system. It is useful to use it for diseases of the thyroid gland.
Feijoa grows exclusively in countries with a warm climate. It can be found in Brazil, Argentina, Abkhazia, Central Asia, Uruguay. Ripens from October to November.
Lychee
Lychee matures from May to July. It has a reddish tint. The fruit size is small - about 4 centimeters in diameter. Lychee is juicy and sweet, but can sometimes give a slight sourness. The fruit is easy to clean. Inside one small bone.
There is another name for the southern fruit (photo below). Many call it Chinese plum. The fruit received this name because it grows mainly in the countries of Southeast Asia.
Most often, lychees canned in coconut milk or in their own juice. Also stored in the freezer for about three months. In the refrigerator at a temperature of +3 degrees, the fruit can remain fresh for two weeks.
It contains many useful substances - magnesium, potassium, vitamins C and PP. The fetus prevents the development of atherosclerosis. Often it is recommended to use it in the presence of cardiovascular diseases and high cholesterol.
Calorie content of the fruit is 66 kcal per 100 grams of product.
Pitahaya
This fruit is a cactus fruit. The following is a description, a photo of the southern fruit and the name that is taken in Russia.
We have many call pitahaya the eye of a dragon. The fruits of this fruit are of medium size (approximately from the palm). The color of the fruit is yellow, pink or red. The pulp is white or red (it all depends on the variety). There are many bones in the dragon’s eye, they are black and edible.
Pitahaya is sweet and juicy, but the taste is not pronounced. The fetus is useful for patients with diabetes mellitus, with diseases of the stomach and diseases of the endocrine system.
Calorie content of fruit is 50 kcal per 100 grams of product.
Durian
It is considered the king of exotic fruits. It matures from April to August. Its fruits are quite large - from 5 kilograms and above.
He is famous for his specific smell. Many, having felt its smell, immediately lose their appetite. And this is quite logical - after all, few of us tolerate the smell of garlic, onions and dirty socks at the same time. In countries where this fruit grows, it is forbidden to appear with it in public places.
Durian is usually sold packaged in polyethylene and cut into small pieces. Buying whole fruit is not recommended - it is very difficult to cut it.
Despite the unpleasant aroma, the taste of the fruit is quite acceptable. The texture of the pulp is tender. By the way, if you eat the fruit immediately after it has been chopped, then you will not feel an unpleasant odor. A specific aroma appears only 10 minutes after the fruit has been cut.
Durian high calorie content - 147 kcal per 100 grams of product.
Durian leaves are used as an antipyretic. The pulp helps get rid of worms, and the seeds effectively treat diarrhea.
It is highly recommended not to use durian and alcohol at the same time - this will increase blood pressure and can lead to irreversible consequences.
Longan
The fruits are small, very reminiscent of small potatoes. The fruit ripens from July to September.
The longan is covered with a thin skin that cannot be eaten. Inside the fruit has a small seed, which is also inedible.
This southern fruit is sweet, aromatic, has an unusual, but rather pleasant taste. Pick fruits without cracks. Due to this defect, they can deteriorate very quickly.
Longan can hardly be called a dietary fruit, as it contains a lot of sugar. It also includes calcium, phosphorus, iron and vitamin C.
Longan is recommended to eat to protect the liver during chemotherapy, it perfectly removes toxins from the body.
Calorie content of fruit - 60 kcal per 100 grams of product.
Jackfruit
This fruit is one of the largest - its weight reaches 35 kilograms. The fruit ripens from January to August. If cut, you can see small yellow slices. The flesh of these slices is edible. The fruit for sale is already cut, since it is very problematic to cope with this product on your own. So entrust this occupation to the seller.
Jackfruit tastes like melon and pastille. The consistency of the pulp is viscous. The fruit is not considered dietary, as it is 40% carbohydrate-rich.
Better not to buy it whole. Firstly, it is very difficult to cut it, and secondly, it is stored for only two weeks. Well, the size is decent.
Calorie Jackfruit is 95 kcal per 100 grams of product.
Please note that after using it in the throat, discomfort or cramping may occur - this is an allergic reaction. These sensations will pass in a couple of hours. But in the future, it is better to limit the use of fruit.
Mango
It can often be found on the shelves in supermarkets in Russia. But, unfortunately, in their homeland, this southern fruit is more fragrant, juicier and much sweeter than ours. No wonder this fruit is considered the most delicious - ripe mango has a rich and pleasant taste.
Mango is peeled and must not be eaten. The peel must be removed with a knife. Inside the fruit is a large inedible bone, which also needs to be separated with a knife from the pulp.
Color can vary from green to bright orange - it depends on the degree of maturity of the product. If you want to eat the product immediately, then buy orange southern fruit. Green mango ripens within 5 days.
Store ripe mango is recommended no more than 5 days. In the refrigerator, it can stay fresh for about a month.
Mango contains vitamins (B, A, C, D) and trace elements (zinc, manganese, calcium and potassium).
The fruit has antipyretic properties, prevents the development of malignant tumors. It has the properties of an antidepressant. And some argue that mangoes can be called an aphrodisiac.
Mango is a dietary southern fruit. Its calorie content is 60 kcal per 100 grams of product.
Cherimoyya
This fruit is also called the ice cream tree or cream apple. It matures from February to April. It grows in large quantities on the American continent.
Recognizing this fruit is difficult. Each type of product has a different surface (smooth, tuberous or mixed).
The size of the fruit is no more than 10 centimeters. In a section it remotely resembles a heart. The pulp is juicy and tastes like a mixture of kiwi, banana and strawberries with cream. The pulp consistency is a bit like an orange.
Having bitten off a piece, you can feel that small bones come across in it, so you should be careful. The fruits are harvested unripe, they are left to lie for about three days, so that cherimoya acquires its indescribable taste.
The fruit contains all B vitamins, zinc, manganese and iron.
The fruit normalizes the acidity of the stomach and improves liver function. It is especially recommended for weight loss. Teas are made from the leaves, which improve the digestive system.
The calorie content of cherimoya is 74 kcal per 100 grams of product.
Kumquat
This yellow southern fruit is also called Japanese orange or kinkan. This citrus ripens from May to June. The plant can be found in southern China. Kumquat fruits are sold in Russian supermarkets, but what we offer is significantly different in taste from the kumquat, which was just ripped off in their homeland.
Fruits of a small size - no more than 4 centimeters. They slightly resemble small oblong tangerines. But the crust of kumvat, unlike tangerine, is edible. The taste of the product resembles a sour orange.
Citrus contains vitamins A, C, B1, B6, it also includes minerals: calcium, zinc and iron.
Calorie kumquat - 71 kcal per 100 grams of product.
Guava
Guava grows in many tropical countries. The fruit is considered exotic, but its taste is nothing special. The fruit is not sweet, watery and a bit like an unripe pear. But the aroma of the fruit is delicious.
Guava fruits are small in size, from 5 to 15 centimeters. They have a round and oblong shape (a bit like a pear). In guava, everything is edible: skin, flesh and bones.
In Asia, green southern fruit (unripe) is liked to be dipped in a mixture of pepper and salt. The taste is very unusual. With this method of use, Guava tones better than a cup of coffee.
The fruit is quite useful - it contains vitamins B, C and A, helps strengthen the body.
Calorie content is 68 kcal per 100 grams of product.
Passion fruit
Maracoua is often called the fruit of passion. The fetus received this name because of the properties of a powerful aphrodisiac. It can be found in tropical countries and in Asia. It matures from May to August.
The fruit is smooth, round, slightly oblong. The diameter can reach 8 centimeters.
Ripe passion fruit has a rather bright color: it is purple, yellow, red and pink. If you decide to eat a yellow fruit, then keep in mind that it is not as sweet as fruits of a different color.
The peel is inedible. The pulp has a sweet and sour taste. Before use, the fruit must be cut in half and eat with a spoon. From passion fruit, you can make juice, jam and jelly - in this form, the fruit is much tastier.
The fruit bones are edible, but they are credited with sleeping pills, so it is better not to abuse them.
A ripe fruit is easy to recognize - it does not have a perfectly smooth peel. If on the surface of the fruit there are bumps and dents, then you have a ripe fruit.
Contains vitamins (C, B, H, K) and minerals (chlorine, sodium, sulfur, iron).
Calorie passion fruit - 97 kcal per 100 grams of product.
Avocado
Another name for the fruit is an alligator pear. It is believed that avocado is a fruit, but it tastes more like a vegetable to taste.
The appearance of the fetus is vaguely reminiscent of a pear. The length of the fruit is up to 20 centimeters. It is covered with an inedible green peel. Inside, edible pulp and a large inedible bone.
The taste of the unripe fruit is not pronounced, it resembles an unripe pear. The ripe fruit is more delicious - the flesh is oily and juicy.
It's just that it’s better not to eat an avocado, but you can add it to various salads, toasts, soups and main dishes.
The fruit is considered the champion in the content of nutrients and vitamins. It contains iron, zinc, phosphorus, potassium, calcium and many other elements.
Calorie content of avocado - 160 kcal per 100 grams of product.
Kiwano
Other names for the fruit are horned melon, horned cucumber and African cucumber. Such names are given to the fruit not in vain - in the context it really looks like a big cucumber. Kiwano grows on a vine. You can meet him in America, Africa and New Zealand.
The fruit has an oblong shape, reaches 13 centimeters in length. The color of the fruit is red, orange or yellow - it depends on how ripe the fruit is.
The peel of Kiwano is dense and inedible. The pulp is green and to its taste resembles a mixture of banana, cucumber and melon. It can be eaten ripe or immature. In mature fruits, seeds are not recommended, but in immature fruits they can be eaten.
The fruit is rich in vitamins A, C, B1, B5, B9. The fruits contain iron, sodium, magnesium and zinc. Calorie Kiwano - 44 kcal per 100 grams of product.
Bail
The fruit is also called stone apple. It can be found in Southeast Asia. Ripens from November to December. The fruits have a green, gray, yellow or brown hue - it depends on the degree of fruit ripeness (brown - ripe). The peel is dense and slightly rough, it resembles a nutshell to the touch.
How ripe the fruit can be determined by the pulp. Unripe fruit has orange flesh, while ripe bayel has brown flesh. The fruit tastes sweet and sour.
Bail is usually sold already cut. But if you manage to get the whole fruit, then it will be a problem for you to cut it without using an hatchet and hammer. The fact is that the peel of the fruit is very thick and hard, like a stone. Hence the original name.
Tea is made from bail. It is believed that a drink made from this fruit helps fight many diseases of the stomach, as well as asthma and bronchitis.
Papaya
The homeland of papaya is considered South America. But nowadays, fruit can be found in almost all tropical countries. It matures all year round.
Papaya fruits have the shape of an elongated cylinder. Their length does not exceed 20 centimeters.
Many people think that papaya tastes like a vegetable. This is true if there is unripe fruit. Unripe fruits are widely used in cooking - stewed meat with papaya and added to various salads.
Ripe papaya is a juicy and fragrant southern fruit. In consistency and taste, it remotely resembles a melon.
In stores you can find green papaya (immature, which is used to prepare various dishes) and yellow-orange (ripe, which you can eat right away). Usually the fruit is sold already cut into slices.
Papaya is recommended to eat for those who do not have enough enzymes in the body to absorb protein foods - the fruit is able to break down proteins. Also, the fetus is recommended to be entered on the menu for the prevention of cardiovascular diseases and the gastrointestinal tract.
Papaya contains a large amount of potassium and magnesium.
The calorie content of the fruit is 48 kcal per 100 grams of product.
Pomelo
Options for the name of the fruit - pomelo, pamela or Chinese grapefruit. Pomelo grows in Southeast Asia, the United States, Tahiti and Israel. Ripens all year round.
For Russians, fruit is not considered exotic, as it can be found in almost every store.
The fruit belongs to citrus fruits, it is the largest in its family. The fruits of the pomelo have the shape of a ball and reach 20 centimeters in diameter and a weight of 10 kilograms.
The color of the fruit depends on its variety, it can be yellow-green or green in different shades. The pulp of the fetus ranges from white, pink to yellow. Inside the wedges, like an orange. The pomelo is sweet, has only a slight acidity.
It’s easy to choose a ripe pomelo - it should have a soft peel and a pleasant pronounced aroma of citrus.
Before eating, the fruit must be peeled of the inedible peel, split into slices and remove the rigid film partitions. When peeled, the fruit is stored in the refrigerator for no more than four days.
Pomelo is widely used in cooking and cosmetology. The product is considered indispensable during weight loss. It is capable of breaking down fats and proteins. It can be added to desserts and salads. And in some countries it is eaten with hot pepper and sugar or salt.
The fruit contains vitamins A, C and B. The composition includes a large amount of fiber, potassium, phosphorus and sodium.
Medlar
Fruit harvested with brushes. The fruits are yellow, small in size. They taste like a mixture of cherries and pears. The flesh of the medlar is very juicy, and the skin is dense.
There are about 30 varieties of medlar. Fruit grows in Asia, Israel, China and Japan. They do not sell it in Russia, so it is considered exotic.
The fruits of medlar are widely used in cooking. Compotes, jellies, jams, syrups and preserves are made from it. From fruit make a filling for pies, sweets and various soft drinks.
Medlar is valued for its healing properties. It normalizes the digestive system and strengthens the immune system. Moreover, the southern medlar fruit can lower cholesterol and improve heart function.
Medlar leaves are used to prepare decoctions that successfully treat diarrhea.
The composition is rich in vitamins B, A, PP, C and useful trace elements (selenium, zinc, copper, potassium, iron and phosphorus).
The calorie content of the fruit is low, is 47 kcal per 100 grams of product.
Finally
When traveling in southern countries, do not forget to taste exotic fruits. Just don’t start eating them all at once. It is recommended to eat a small piece a day to avoid an allergic reaction. Changing the environment and nutrition may not have the best effect on the functioning of your body. Therefore, it is important to comply with the measure.