By Bornika Das
November 14, 2023
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India is a home an immense variety of exotic fruits that will take your taste buds all the way to the heart of the tropics. These unique-tasting and nutritionally valuable fruits are evidence of India's agricultural variety and ability to produce an abundance of delicious organic foods. Tap to know the Indian fruits that are a must-try and wonderfully capture the tropical essence.
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In India, the mango, also referred to as the "King of Fruits," is a highly regarded and well-known fruit. There are several varieties to select from, and each has a distinct flavour and aroma.
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Guava, or "amrood" in Hindi, is another well-liked tropical delight in India. This green fruit is highly valued for its gritty texture and sweet-tart flavour.
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Known locally as "anaar," pomegranate is very healthful in addition to being delicious. The juicy, sweet-tart flavour and vibrant red hue of this fruit's jewel-like seeds make them highly valued.
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The jamun, often referred to as the Indian blackberry or Java plum, is a unique fruit with almost black skin. Its flesh is sweet and somewhat tangy, with a hint of astringency.
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Jackfruit has a sweet, tropical taste that has occasionally been likened to a combination between banana and pineapple.
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The little brown fruit known as sapota, often called chikoo or sapodilla, has a sweet and gritty flesh. Its taste is often described as tasting like pears, bananas, and brown sugar together.
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Also known as ‘sitaphal’ in India, it is a fruit that resembles hearts and has prickly green skin. The flesh inside is white and creamy, with a flavour reminiscent of vanilla and pears that is sweet and fragrant.
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The papaya, also known as "papita" in India, is a tropical fruit with orange flesh and a somewhat sweet taste. Because it contains digestive enzymes, particularly papain, which aids in digestion, it is highly prized.
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