The Tree Tomato, also known as Tamarillo, is a striking tropical fruit from the Cyphomandra betacea plant. Measuring between 5 and 10 cm, it resembles a plum on the outside and a tomato on the inside, with a smooth, deep red skin and a juicy, sweet-and-sour pulp that gives it its unique charm and name.
Rich in vitamins A and C, protein, phosphorus, fiber, calcium, and iron, the tree tomato is a nutritious and refreshing fruit with a vibrant flavor.
It can be enjoyed raw or cooked — simply peel it, slice it, and add a touch of salt or sugar, depending on whether it’s used in salads, cold dishes, or desserts. Its exotic taste also complements meat dishes and sauces beautifully.
For best preservation, keep in the refrigerator or a cool, ventilated place.
The limequat is a citrus fruit resulting from a cross between a dwarf orange (Fortunella margarita) and lime (Citrus aurantiifolia). It has a green skin that protects a very juicy and refreshing pulp.
Passion fruit is a tropical fruit from the Passionflower family. It is round with a thick but not hard skin, which changes color from bright green to yellow when fully ripe. Its gelatinous pulp is very juicy, aromatic, and tropical, containing numerous small seeds that add texture and flavor. Passion fruit is available on the market year-round.
The Longan (Dimocarpus longan), also known as dragon’s eye due to its resemblance to an eyeball once peeled, belongs to the Sapindaceae family. The fruit is spherical, yellowish-brown, and about 2–4 cm in diameter. A cluster of Longans typically contains around 30 fruits. Its thin yet firm skin is dotted with small points similar to lychee. Once peeled, the translucent, very sweet pulp is revealed, enclosing a hard, shiny black seed.
The Rambutan (Nephelium lappaceum), also known as the “little hedgehog of the tropics”, belongs to the Sapindaceae family and is one of the most popular tropical fruits in its native regions. Roughly the size of a walnut, it has a thick, soft, and hairy shell—its fine, flexible spines giving it a distinctive look. The shell’s color ranges from reddish to brown, while the translucent yellow pulp inside surrounds a single almond-shaped seed. Its flavor is refreshing, juicy, and bittersweet, often compared to that of lychee.
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