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There are some fruits eaten in East Asia which are also grown in India, but very few Indians know about these fruits. Apart from looking, these fruits are also quite different in taste. These fruits full of tropical taste are considered excellent for diet. Perhaps you might have ever seen these fruits in the super market. If you like to explore new things in food or are fond of eating foreign fruits, then you should definitely try these 5 unique fruits once.
These fruits, which are mainly found in the countries of East Asia, are slightly different from those of India. Although there is a fruit which looks similar to the seasonal summer fruit litchi, but it also has a difference in taste and nutrition. So let’s know about these 5 fruits.
durian fruit
Talking about the fruits of East Asia, Durian is the fruit of Thailand. It may not be liked because of its strange smell, but durian is considered the king of fruits in South-East Asia. Actually, it is a treasure trove of many vitamins and good fats. It is grown in southern areas of India like Tamil Nadu, Kerala. This fruit will also be seen in some north-eastern states like Tripura-Assam.
litchi fruit
India’s seasonal fruit, which looks like litchi, is known as Rambutan. This fruit is pulpy and full of juice and tastes similar to litchi. It contains Vitamin C in good quantity and is considered a hydrating fruit.
lemon-like yuzu fruit
Yuzu fruit, which is yellow in color and looks exactly like lemon, is grown in Japan. You will get this in super markets of India or on online platforms. Its taste and aroma are also fresh like lemon and orange. It is rich in many antioxidants and is considered beneficial for boosting immunity and skin.
snake fruit
As is the name of this fruit, so is its appearance. Snake fruit is called snake fruit because of its outer skin. In fact, its peel looks exactly like a snake’s skin. Its texture is crisp and taste is tropical i.e. sour-sweet. Vitamins and minerals like potassium and calcium are also found in this fruit. In India it is found in parts of Kerala, Thrissur and Ernakulam.
