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Mangosteen
The Purple mangosteen, botanical name Garcinia magostana, simply referred to as mangosteen, is an ultra-tropical slow growing evergreen tree that is cultivated for its edible fruit.
Iceberg Lettuce
It is the only lettuce type that does not occur in red form as well as green. Iceberg is the given name to dozens of cultivars of lettuce, all of which are adapted to specific planting regions and time periods.
Seasons/Availability
Baby coconuts are available year round.
Description/Taste
Baby coconuts resemble mature coconuts in appearance but are roughly the size of a marble. They average no more than one inch in diameter. The Baby coconuts have an edible, brown, very smooth skin covering a firm, wood-like shell. The nuts are sweet, with firm, white meat inside that has a coconut flavor and a crunchy texture.
Nutritional Value
Eleven Baby coconuts provide 4 grams carbohydrates, 1 gram protein, 3 grams dietary fiber and some iron. Cholesterol-free, one serving of eleven Baby coconuts contains about 110 calories and 90 fat calories.
Applications
Baby coconuts may be eaten whole, raw, or cooked. Whole or chopped baby coconut may be added to salads or grated over desserts. Pair with ice cream, custards and tropical fruits. Store at room temperature until ready to use.
Geography/History
Baby coconuts, also called mini coconuts, dwarf coconuts, coquito nuts, coker nuts, pygmy coconuts or monkey's coconut, are the fruit of a Chilean palm tree, Jubaea chilensis, which takes up to fifty years to produce. Native to the coastal valleys in Chile that do not have extremes of either cold or heat, this palm tree now grows worldwide in Mediterranean-type climates including the state of California. Sometimes candied, they are eaten raw or made into confections.
