5 Most Unique Fruits In The World
Known as the ‘King of fruits’ in Southeast Asia, durian is renowned for its strong odour, thorn-covered husk, and custard-like flesh. It has a unique combination of sweet and savoury flavours.
Native to West Africa, ackee is the national fruit of Jamaica. Its bright red pods reveal pear-shaped arils when ripe. However, only the yellow arils are edible. Ackee is often used in Jamaican cuisine.
Originating from Indonesia, salak gets its name from the reddish-brown scaly skin resembling snake scales. The fruit has a crunchy texture and a sweet and tangy taste.
Hailing from Southeast Asia, rambutan is recognised for its hairy exterior that resembles lychee. The translucent and juicy flesh has a mildly sweet flavour, making it a popular tropical treat.
Unique to Brazil, jabuticaba grows directly on the trunk of the tree, giving it an unusual appearance. The grape-like fruits have a sweet, white pulp and are used to make jellies and wines.
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