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Thailand is home to a large variety of
delicious fruits, both seasonal , such as durian, rambutan, mangosteen, longan,
lychee etc. and all-year-round, such as papaya, guava, coconut,
orange, banana, pineapple, rose apple etc., all of which are
as nutritious as they are delicious.
The huge variety of local produce, combined
with the culinary art of the Thai people, has resulted in a wealth
of ways that Thai fruits can be enjoyed all-year-round.
Get the real taste of Thai fruits ... Just
one bite, that's all it takes. |
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Durian (Turian): Known as the "King of Fruits", durian
is admired for its unique taste. The ripe flesh of the durian
is truly delicious but can perhaps best be enjoyed when mixed
with glutinous rice and coconut milk. Durian is grown in abundance
in the East and South, and although there are many different
varieties, Morn Thong, Kan Yao and Chanee
are the most famous. |
Mangosteen (Mangkhud): One of the tastiest tropical fruits, mangosteen
has a sweet, sharp taste that appeals to local people and visitors
alike. Known as the "Queen of Fruits", it is believed
by many that the white juicy flesh can help revitalise and reduce
the body temparature. |
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Pomelo (Som-O): A member of the citrus family, the finest Thai
pomelos are those from the central region especially in Nakhon
Pathom, Chai Nat and Phichit. Sweet and tangy, pomelo can be
enjoyed as a salad or with syrup. |
Mango (Mamuang): Thailand is home to many varieties of mango. Some
of which can be eaten unripe, some either ripe or unripe while
sour ones are enjoyed with a sweet, salty dip called "Nam
Pla Wan". Ripe mangos with sweet sticky rice, especially
the Nam Dok Mai and Ok Rong varieties, are an all-time-favourite
Thai dessert. |
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Rambutan (Ngoh): A fruit native to many Southeast Asian nations;
Thai rambutans, mostly grown in the South and East, are sweet
and succulent, the juicy flesh coming easily away from the stone.
Favourite varieties are Ngoh Rong Rien and Ngoh Si
Chompoo. |
Longan (Lamyai): Thai
longans are known as one of the best in the world, the sweet,
pinkish-white flesh is believed by many to energise the body
and banish fatigue. Longan can be enjoyed as dessert either with
syrup, sticky rice, or tapioca. |
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