13 Exotic Tropical Fruits You've Never Heard Of: Why Rambutan Will Amaze Your Taste Buds

5. Soursop: The Spiky Superfruit

Though its dark green, spiky appearance may be frightening, soursop has a creamy white flesh that provides a really unique taste sensation. Many times, the taste is said to be a mix of apple and strawberry with subdued citrus overtones. Soursop is unusual because of its creamy texture, which resembles banana custard; it is ideal for desserts and smoothies. Apart from its great taste, soursop has attracted interest for its health advantages like rich vitamin C, antioxidants, and fibre. While its complex taste character guarantees it's an amazing addition to any tropical fruit experience, the fruit's great size and creamy flesh make it ideal for sharing. In many tropical nations, soursop—also called graviola or guanábana in other areas—has been a mainstay of traditional medicine.

Advertisement

Though current scientific study is still in progress to confirm these traditional benefits, centuries of treatment for different diseases have made use of its leaves, fruit, and seeds. Throughout the tropics, the fruit's unusual taste and texture have made it a popular component in ice creams, juices, and candies. Choose a soursop from fruits that show mild to pressure response, therefore indicating ripeness. Though not unduly mushy, the fruit is best eaten soft. Though the pulp can also be refrigerated for later use in smoothies or desserts, its delicate taste is best appreciated fresh. Soursop is a common natural sleep aid or evening snack in several cultures since it is said to provide relaxing effects.