Tropical fruits on your table... strange in shape and high nutritional value
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| Tropical fruits on your table... strange in shape and high nutritional value |
Malaysia is characterized by its warm tropical climate and heavy rains over long periods of the year, and God has blessed it in abundance in its agricultural product and many types of fruits that are home to it.
Some of these species are known in our Arab world, such as pineapple, banana, mango and kiwi, and some of them are considered rare, although some of them have recently appeared in Arab markets.
Tropical fruits in general are distinguished by their strange shapes and thick peels, which cover the fruits, in addition to their strong aroma and taste.
In addition, it is a treasure in its high nutritional value due to the abundance of minerals and vitamins in it, in addition to fiber and monounsaturated fats. It is also a great source of plant-based protein, which makes it suitable for vegetarians and dieters. This report provides a quick overview of the most important types of tropical fruits.
Aldrian
It is considered the king of Malaysian fruits, and it is said that it has the smell of hell and the taste of heaven.
It is a large green fruit with a hard and needle-like peel inside which is the part that is eaten, which is large cloves, and its color ranges between yellow and white and there is red, and is characterized by its creamy taste and strong flavor, and is considered the lover of Asian peoples.
Danny Dan - one of the fruit traders to Al Jazeera Net - says that durian has more than 130 species inside Malaysia, and Musang King is considered the best, and it has a strong and sweet taste and is exported abroad, while the red durian is a little sweet and tasteless, but it has the smell of wine.
Durian is one of the fruits with high calories, but it is good for the heart, anti-oxidant and anti-cancer, and it contains vitamins C and B in addition to beneficial fats, minerals and fiber.
Durian contains high calories, but it is beneficial for the heart and an antioxidant (Al-Jazeera)
jackfruit
It is a large green fruit with yellow plastic textures inside and an aromatic sweet smell, and it is characterized by containing protein, it is the most protein on earth. Each cup contains three grams of protein, and it also contains many minerals, vitamins and fiber It is recommended for diabetics and helps in strengthening the immune system.
mangosteen
Malaysians call it the Queen of Fruits. It is distinguished by its purple color and from the inside it contains a white fruit divided into pods, its taste is between sweet and sour, and it is rich in antioxidants and anti-aging.
It is also beneficial for a healthy mind and focus, reduces the risk of Alzheimer's disease and strokes, and protects against free radicals that cause cell damage.
Dragon Fruit
Its color is fuchsia from the outside and from the inside it is fuchsia or white with black granules similar to kiwi, and its texture is creamy. It contains vitamins "C & B", and it is rich in antioxidants and anti-aging. It also contains a high percentage of iron, calcium, and Omega 3 and 6. It strengthens bones and joints, builds tissues, and helps purify the body from toxins.
Dragonfruit is rich in antioxidants and anti-aging (the island) Dragonfruit is rich in antioxidants and anti-aging (the island)
star fruit
It is distinguished by its green and yellow colors and star shape, and when cut the pieces become like stars, and it has a plastic texture and taste between sweet and bitter, and it has an aromatic smell.
It is the undisputed highest fruit in terms of potassium, so it is recommended for patients with pressure, prevents strokes and convulsions, and is rich in vitamins, antibacterials and oxidation.
Starfruit is the highest fruit in terms of potassium (the island) Starfruit is the highest fruit in terms of potassium (the island)
Slack or Snackfruit
Its shell resembles the skin of a snake, and inside is white, it has a sweet taste and aromatic smell, rich in potassium and beta-carotene, useful for treating eye problems. It is also used in skin treatments and reduces diarrhea.
rose apple
It is an apple-like fruit, its color is red and it tastes close to guava, and it smells like roses. It is rich in vitamin C and is used in the manufacture of rose water, sweets and jams.
rambutan
It is called so because it has hair like hair, and is characterized by its pink color and white inside, it tastes sweet and smells aromatic and has a high nutritional value, as it is a source of iron and vitamin C (C), which is an antioxidant and anti-cancer cell.