Brazil’s Tropical Fruit

Brazil's Tropical Fruit

Danny Martinez, Contributor

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1. Jabuticaba

This fruit is a grape-like in appearance and texture but with a thicker, tougher skin.

This fruit contains from one to four small seeds and has a pleasant, sub acid flavor markedly similar to certain grapes.                                                                                                                                                                                   Pc:google

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2. Graviola

This large-sized fruit is characterized by a sweet, mildly sour and smooth taste.

It is very appreciated in Brazil for it’s anti-inflammatory and relaxing action.

Graviola is an ideal ingredient for smoothies and in all recipes in combination with milk.                                                               Pc:google

 

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3. Guava

Thanks to it’s aromatic and refreshing taste, it is one of the most popular ingredients for ice cream and juice industry in Brazil.

It has a pleasant taste and the guava can claim an excellent nutritional value.

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4. Maracuja

Also known as passion fruit and can be found in two varieties: one purple colored and the other one yellow.

It’s sophisticated and pleasantly acid taste makes it an ideal ingredient for juices and ice cream.

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