Projecting a hairy exterior, initially it may exude an intimidating appearance; nevertheless once you give it a chance, your taste buds will surely take pleasure in its succulent flesh.
As you unwrap the chaotic exterior, a luscious treat awaits! Having said that, is rambutan the next super fruit? Apart from having a hidden history of use, the fruit is also known for its traditional medicinal value.
The rind i.e. the outer part of the fruit containing an assortment of beneficial compounds, the fruit has long been used to control dysentery. Following are the compounds responsible for antioxidant properties namely:
- Ellagitannins
- Xanthones
Seeing from a nutritional perspective, rambutan is a good source of natural sugars, potassium, calcium and magnesium, in addition, it is a modest source of fiber, and contains several B vitamins. Above all, extract of rambutan hulls is potentially effective for anti-obesity aid, a research study suggested. With that said, it is also known for its abundance of vitamin C including potassium, iron, vitamin A, and a little calcium, magnesium, sodium zinc, niacin, fiber and protein.
These fruits often packed and sold in cans, in Southeast Asia they are made into jams and jellies and honey made from this fruit is a special treat there! Flavor being the real key to the fruit, it is nutritious enough and hard to beat.