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Thai fruits, which include mangoes, mangosteens, durians, pineapples, papayas, watermelons, longans, lychees, pomegranates, and jackfruits, are available all year round. Mangoes
Rambutans
Jactfruit
Mangosteens
Durians
Pomelos
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Full
of goodness and rich in vitamins A and C, Thai mangoes come in many different
forms. The most famous of which are the ivory mangoes whose flesh is sweet,
succulent, and smooth. Mangoes are best eaten fresh or chilled as a dessert.
Alternatively one can make mango puddings, which are a true delight!
Covered
by red filaments/hair, this tropical fruit contains a sweet, juicy, white
translucent flesh with a seed in the center. Available between May and
September, it is an especially refreshing treat!
The
jackfruit, which is rich in vitamins is among the larger fruits cultivated
in Thailand. The orange golden flesh around the seed is succulent and
has a distinctive taste.
Mangosteens
with its thick violet outer shell has a surprisingly soft and tasty inner
flesh that is both sweet and juicy. But do beware of juices staining your
clothes when eating for they are not wash- proof!
With
its pungent smell and thorny husk it is no wonder that the durian is hailed
as the king of fruits. Despite its unforgiving appearance and smell, this
fruit has a distinct taste that has to be acquired. Once acquired, you
will be hooked to it for life!
The
biggest of all citrus fruits, the pomelo is divided into 10 to 15 segments
of juice-filled sac. It is usually sweet and juicy.