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Malanga Coco is similar to a yam in appearance and a potato in flavor. This root is commonly used in tropical countries. Malanga is also similar to Taro in texture and appearance but has a woodsy taste with a hint of black walnut. Origin: Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua Availability: Year-Round -
The Papaya solo is a melon like fruit with a thin skin ranging from green to orange enclosing a yellow-orange flesh. Papayas are a good source of vitamin A and C. The Papaya Solo enzyme is called Papain and it is used to break down tough meat fibers. Origin: Brazil Availability: Year-Round -
Chinese Bitter Melon is a green, cucumber-shaped vegetable with a unique bitter taste. Typically grows in countries with a tropical climate. Very popular in Asian cooking . Similarly, famous for its effects on obesity and diabetes. Origin: Dominican Republic, Honduras, Guatemala, U.S. Availability: Year-Round -
8 ozGreen habanero is a type of chili pepper; characteristically lantern-shaped. The immature pod of what will ripen to orange and lastly red. Great source of vitamins, iron, and magnesium. Primarily used in salsas and marinades.Origin: Dominican Republic, USAAvailability: Year-Round -
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Passion Fruit is an egg-shaped tropical fruit. It has a brittle, wrinkled dark purple skin surrounding flesh-covered seeds. The seeds are edible, so you can eat the pulp straight from the shell. Origin: U.S. Availability: May – January -
Thai or White Coconut is the younger version of the brown one. Producing more water and with a gelatinous and not very flavorful meat. Its meat can be turned into coconut milk if put through a juicer. Origin: Costa Rica, Dominican Republic Availability: Year- Round -
The Boniato (also called Batata) may be pink, purple, cream, or red. However, its flesh is dry, white, and smooth in texture. It can be baked or roasted and can be served whole or mashed just like a regular baked potato. Origin: USA Availability: Year-Round -
8 oz Thai Chili Red are a must in Southeast Asian cuisine and are used to add spice and heat to foods. Their flavor will complement ingredients including green papaya, citrus juice of lime, yuzu and lemon, garlic, onion, eggplant, and more. Origin: Dominican Republic Availability: Year-Round -
16 oz Bag Soursops grow on evergreen trees that reach up to 9 meters tall with large, glossy, green leaves. The fruit are irregularly shaped ranging from oval to heart or kidney-shaped and are covered in small spiny protrusions. Origin: Colombia Availability: Year-Round -
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9 0z Rambutan is brownish seed is about two to three cm in size and is basally scarred. It is soft and crunchy. Although the raw seeds are poisonous, they may be eaten after cooking. Origin: Costa Rica, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico Availability: May – February -
Pepino Melons are oval and have an elongated shape that tapers to a point at the end. When fully ripe, the flesh of a Pepino Melon is dark yellow to pale orange with a juicy, melon-like texture and sweet, honeyed aroma and flavor.Origin: EcuadorAvailability: Year-Round -
Avocado Green is a lush fruit with bright green flesh from the tropics. They’re irresistibly rich in flavor and also provide vital nutrients. Origin: Dominican Republic, Florida Availability: April – January
