Name a Fruit or Veggie A to Z
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K - Kaffir Limes Citrus hystrix, called the kaffir lime, Thai lime or makrut lime, is a citrus fruit native to tropical Southeast Asia. Its fruit and leaves are used in Southeast Asian cuisine, and its essential oil is used in perfumery. Its rind and crushed leaves emit an intense citrus fragrance. Wikipedia
They are not shaped like our limes that are smooth.
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I have a Kaffir Lime tree, Linda, though it has not fruited yet. The fruits are small and bitter though. The leaves are much more subtle with their flavour.
M - Moringa tree.
Moringa oleifera is a fast-growing, drought-resistant tree of the family Moringaceae, native to the Indian subcontinent and used extensively in South and Southeast Asia. Common names include moringa, drumstick tree, horseradish tree, or malunggay.
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You can make a healthful powder or tea from the leaves.
Moringa leaves are beneficial against digestive disorders. Those who suffer from constipation, bloating, gas, gastritis and ulcerative colitis should add Moringa leaves to their diet. The leaves have antibiotic and antimicrobial properties which make them an ideal. Google1 -
Thank you Susan and Linda for the informative posts. So interesting and beneficial.
N- Nectarines
When I was able to bite into a piece of fruit I so loved Nectarines, I ate a lot of them when in season. I liked them more than Peaches!0 -
O - Okra (definitely not my favorite vegetable!)1
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I like Okra in soups, Li da, when I can get it.
P - Pummelo also spelled Pomelo
The pomelo (/ˈpɒmɪloʊ, ˈpʌm-/ POM-il-oh, PUM-;[2][3] Citrus maxima), from the family Rutaceae, is the largest citrus fruit, and the principal ancestor of the grapefruit.[4] It is a natural, non-hybrid, citrus fruit, native to Southeast Asia.[4] Similar in taste to a sweet grapefruit, the pomelo is commonly consumed and used for festive occasions throughout Southeast Asia and East Asia. As with the grapefruit, phytochemicals in the pomelo have the potential for drug interactions.Wikipefia1 -
Q - Queijadinha (Coconut And Cheese Tart)1
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R- Radishes0
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S - Sapote
Pouteria sapota, the mamey sapote, is a species of tree native to Mexico and Central America. The tree is also cultivated in the Caribbean. Its fruit is eaten in many Latin American countries. The fruit is made into foods such as milkshakes and ice cream. WIKIPEDIA1 -
T - Tangerine1
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U - Ugli fruit1
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V- Valencia Oranges 🍊0
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W - Watermelon0
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X- Xylitol
This is a natural sugar found in plums and strawberries and raspberries0 -
Y - Yao Choy
Also known as Choy sum, it is a leafy vegetable commonly used in Chinese cuisine. It is a member of the genus Brassica of the mustard family. Wikipedia0 -
Z- Zucchini0
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A - Ambada
Origin and Description: Ambada, scientifically known as Hibiscus sabdariffa, is a leafy green vegetable that belongs to the hibiscus family. It is native to tropical regions and is widely cultivated in India. The leaves of the Ambada plant are large, broad, and have a unique heart-shaped appearance.22 June 2023 Google1 -
B- Belgian Endive 🥬0
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C - Cherries0
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D- Daikon Radish0
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E - Endive
Not my favorite green for salad!0 -
F - Fingerling Potatoes0
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F- Figs0
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G - Grapefruit0
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H- Honeydew Melon 🍈0
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I - Illama fruit that grows in Central America. It's a large fruit with a hard exterior, but when you cut it in half you can scoop out the sweet flesh inside.1
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J - Jicama
I’ve never tried this!1 -
Good to see you on here semsmith5408.
I haven’t tried Jicama either!
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I have eaten Jicama raw. It is white and crisp and tastes similar to water chestut. It was in a vegetable tray with other vegetables and ranch dip.
L - Lentils - all colors1 -
M - Mango1
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N- Nectarine 🍑0
