Apple jelly is a much loved additive to many delicious dishes, and it’s a family favorite worldwide. From succulent puddings to mouthwatering sauces, its versatility and unique flavor profile make it a hot item in stores. While it’s certainly distinctive, there are a few alternative options if you find yourself short of this ingredient. Best …
Bananas are one of the most popular fruits around the entire world. Their sweet, distinctive flavor matched with their filling, nutrient-rich content makes them an excellent choice for a healthy breakfast, lunch, or snack during the day. But, have you ever let your bright yellow banana turn black and mushy? Have you ever wondered if …
Are matokes and plantains the same thing? Are matokes the same as bananas? If you’re also confused, then this post is for you! The soft, mushy, sweet, yellow banana is not the only fruit that belongs to the banana family. There are the other two banana-like fruits that often tend to confuse the non-native folks. …
Do you know what a matoke is? Are you wondering what exactly it is? If so, then do not wonder now because we are here and you are here as well. In this article, we are going to discuss everything that you need to know about matoke. By the end, we hope you’ll surely be …
If you’ve ever seen the beautiful granadilla flower, you might’ve mistaken it for that of a passion fruit! After all, both the granadilla and the passion fruit are from the same genus, the pentamerous (we’ll get to that later!) Passiflora. For this reason they look very similar, but are actually different. How different ? Keep in …
Due to the way plantains are used, you may be wondering if they’re not actually undercover vegetables. Well, as it turns out we’ve got a story for you. Plantains are similar to bananas, and some folks even believe that “plantain” is another name for bananas. In fact, these two are different (yet related) species and …
While eating plantains, did you ever see some red color in their middle part? Did you ever wonder why this happens and what is the reason behind this red color? Are you curious to know the reason? If so, then stop right here because we are here to give you answers. In this article, we …
Boil them, mash them, make crispy chips or enjoy them as a delicious dessert, plantains are amazing fruits. The best thing about plantains is their versatility. They can be used in all the forms, raw, ripe and overripe. These amazing fruits work as delicious vegetables as well, they are used in many traditional cuisines. Although …
Orange marmalade is one of the most delicious yet complicated condiments you could ever make at home. It goes well with many interesting snacks and everyday meals whether you are making meat, vegetables, or salads. Orange marmalade is mostly used in breakfast in many European countries such as the United Kingdom or any Slavic countries. …
Are the mangosteen and mango related or are they part of different families? Do they taste the same or is mangosteen used as the synonym of a mango? If all these questions are rising in your mind and if you’re curious to know if they’re different or just the same, then you need to be …
Have some beautiful, purple, shiny mangosteens at home and wondering how to store them? Mangosteens, or let’s call them the queen of fruits, are beautiful and exotic tropical fruits. They not only taste great but can be used in other dishes to enhance the taste. Because they are less common in the US, not many …
Wondering what a mangosteen taste like ? You’re not alone. This is not a very common fruit outside of Southeast Asia, so many people have no idea what it taste like. Luckily we found out what mangosteens taste like, so you can know too. This way you’ll know if it’s worth those 8-15 dollars next …
Looking for mangosteen in the supermarket, and you’re a bit shocked by the price ? Mangosteens can get really pricey, but there’s a reason for that. Actually, there’s a few reasons and we’ll get to explaining all of them today. Why is mangosteen expensive? An important reason mangosteen is so expensive is that it is …
Named as the “queen of fruits”, mangosteen is a beautiful and delicious tropical fruit. But the only problem with this exotic fruit is, it is very rare in the US. Due to this reason, not many people know the right way to eat it. Mangosteen seeds take up a lot of space in the fruit, …
Mango chutney is one of the most delicious condiments you could ever make. It goes well with so many dishes whether you are making meat, vegetables, or snacks. Mango is usually just sweet enough but it doesn’t overpower the rest of the ingredients. It just makes everything sweeter and gives it a specific structure you …
Have you ever seen a wild banana ? It’s nothing like our everyday, supermarket banana. They come in different shapes and sizes and colors, and grow all over the place. You’re most likely to find wild bananas in tropical zones, so if you’re visiting somewhere tropical you might find them. But can you eat wild …
If you are in love with everything about fall, the flavors of pumpkin, cinnamon, and apples, then you might be a fan of apple butter. This sweet butter is often used as a side dish or simply an addition to sandwiches. And if you are a baker in the making, you can use it in …
Banana leaves are definitely something you’ve seen in many exotic restaurants, or in Asia if you’ve been there in vacation. Locals use banana leaves as quick and easy plates, or to wrap food, or to flavor something. Whatever the use, it’s clear banana leaves are important for a large part of the global population. Which …
Strawberries are undoubtedly the king of all fruits. The delicious and juicy soft-fruits are enjoyed by all of us. However, if you tend to throw the top part of strawberries in the trash before enjoying them, this article is for you. The taste of fresh, ripe strawberries is unbeatable. You can use this mouth-watering fruit …
The dragon fruit, otherwise known as pitaya, originates from Central America where it was popularized by the Dutch colonialists. It was introduced by the French into Southeast Asia. In Asia, the dragon fruit is known as the strawberry pear. It grows from hylocereus, a climbing cactus that very much resembles a tree. The word hylocereus …