Ambelania

Ambelania acida

fruit

Amazonian pepino-do-mato: a fruit eaten fresh once its latex is removed, or in candies, ice creams and juices.

Origin

Amazonia

Season (United States)

all year round

Preparation

It is peeled and the flesh rinsed to remove the sticky latex, then eaten raw, or as juice and ice cream; the skin and seeds are discarded.

Molecules

In small amounts, not counted Pectins · Insoluble fibers

Did you know?

Its Brazilian name means forest cucumber.