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Chinese Eggplant is set apart by its long, thin shape, and unique purple color. Additionally, its flesh is typically white, meaty, and nearly seedless. It has the sweetest flavor of all eggplant varieties; low in calories and a good source of fiber. Origin: Dominican Republic, Honduras, Guatemala, USA Availability: Year-Round -
Chinese Okra is similar to regular okra in color and shape. It is long with a ridged green skin and thin ends. It also has a spongy, slightly fibrous creamy white flesh. Its flesh is tender and similar to zucchini in flavor. Origin: Dominican Republic, Honduras, Guatemala Availability: Year-Round -
Chives flower, or garlic chives, are similar to chives but this ones actually taste like garlic. They're not hollow, and they have flat, broader leaves and white flowers. If you're looking for a delicate garlic flavor, this herb is the best option. Origin: Dominican Republic, Honduras, Guatemala Availability: Year-Round -
Dosakai is a type of melon, small in size and round in shape. As it matures, its skin goes from green to yellow. It has a firm, watery, white flesh. Additionally, it can be consumed both raw and cooked. Origin: Dominican Republic Availability: Year-Round -
Fuzzy Squash has a thick skin covered in small white hairs. The skin is edible but the hairs should be removed, most people peel the skin away. It may be sliced, cubed for stir frying or used in soups. Origin: Dominican Republic, Honduras, Guatemala Availability: Year-Round -
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8 oz Guar Bean is small to medium in size. Its pods are green with a slimy, soft texture. They have a slightly bitter taste. Additionally, they are high in fiber and vitamins. Great for soups, stir-fries, and salads. Origin: Dominican Republic Availability: Year-Round -
The Indian Bitter Melon is a tropical vine that bears a distinctive fruit which is bumpy, green, and elongated. The fruit of the bitter melon contains large, flat seeds, a thin flesh layer and a thick rubbery skin. Asian cultures believe that bitter melon can prevent malaria, treat diabetes and fuel metabolism. Origin: Dominican Republic, Honduras, Guatemala, USA Availability: Year-Round -
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Indian Eggplant is very popular in Indian cuisine. It is about the size of a tomato and almost perfectly round. Additionally, it has dark, purple skin, and it is sweet and tender with very few seeds. Entirely edible, including the seeds. Origin: Dominican Republic, Honduras, U.S. Availability: Year-Round -
8 oz Indian Okra or bhindi is a delicious pod that is an indispensable ingredient in stews, curries, deep-fried or grilled. Easy to grow and extremely productive. In India, okra is referred to as “Ladies Fingers”. Origin: Dominican Republic, Honduras, Nicaragua, U.S. Availability: Year-Round -
1 pound Asparagus are green stalks, tender at the tip and somewhat woody at the end. Considered a delicacy since ancient times. Most importantly, it has an antioxidant which prevents certain cancers and diseases. Origin: Chile, Peru, Mexico, USA Availability: Year-Round -
8 oz Baby Carrots are the immature version, measuring 3 inches long. One of the most common and versatile ingredients, requiring no peeling and easy to cook. Certainly superior in texture, sweetness, and appearance. In addition, they're an excellent source of vitamin A and fiber Origin: Guatemala, Mexico Availability: Year-Round -
8 oz Each color of carrot has a different health benefit of its own: orange carrots promote healthy eyes and well-being. In addition, yellow carrots support good eye health and reduce the risk of hardening arteries. Also, red carrots are believed to guard against heart disease and cancers. Lastly, white protect against disease. Origin: Guatemala, Mexico Availability: Year-Round
