Exotic fruit
While there are some types of fruit that are fairly common in the United States, such as apples, oranges, strawberries and bananas, some fruit is more exotic. A fruit may be considered exotic if it comes from a tropical location, is hard to find outside of a localized area, or is not commonly available in most mainstream grocery stores. Some types of exotic fruit contain compounds that are high in nutritional benefits, such as vitamin C and antioxidants. Add this to my Recipe Box.
Asian Apple Pear
An Asian apple pear, or nashi, is almost perfectly round and comes in various shades of yellow and brown. The skin is slightly crunchy and the pulp is sweet and firm. The skin is edible but the seeds are not.
Breadfruit
Breadfruit is high in starch and calories and is similar to a potato or a plantain. It is very perishable, making it difficult to find outside of local markets in the tropics. However, it can be found in canned versions. Breadfruit looks like a small, dark coconut.
Cherimoya
Cherimoya is typically found in South America and looks like a green, scaly pine cone. The black seeds are inedible, but the pulp is sweet, soft and tastes like a blend of tropical fruits. It is ripe when the fruit turns golden. Ripe cherimoya should be stored in the refrigerator.
Lychee
Lychee is a popular Chinese fruit that looks like a small red nut. The shell and seeds are inedible, but the pulp is sweet and quite juicy and tastes like a melon. Lychee is in season from May through July, and canned varieties are available.
Soursop
Soursop, also known as guanábana, is a large green fruit with a prickly exterior. The pulp is slightly tangy and acidic-tasting. The seeds and skin are not edible. It is native to Central America and parts of South America, and can also be found in other topical areas.
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