ORIGIN:

Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, New-Zealand

 

DESCRIPTION :

Cylindrical form with a length of 20 to 30 cm

The fruit grows with the stem directly attached to the tree trunk

Green skin which becomes yellow during the ripening process

Succulent, yellow, seedless pulp

 

CONSUMPTION:

The babaco has a fresh, bittersweet taste, like a combination of strawberry and melon

The skin is edible but can also be removed if preferred.

 

STORAGE:

In a cool place. Unripe fruit can be stored for several weeks, ripe fruit for a few days.

 

BACK