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8 oz Long hot pepper has a taste similar to, but hotter than, that of its close relative Piper nigrum. Used fresh, roasted, filled, and pickled. Italian Long Hots are generally fried while still green, or roasted with olive oil, garlic, and salt. Served whole, skin, and seeds intact. Origin: Dominican Republic, Florida Availability: Year-Round -
Long squash or "Bottle Gourd" is often considered to be of African decent but it is also common in Europe and Asia. The long squash is very similar to zucchini and it is grown in warm climates. The outer skin can go from yellow to green while the inner flesh is firm textured, white in color and contains seeds Origin: Dominican Republic, Honduras, USA Availability: Year-Round -
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Long Squash has a mild flavor which becomes increasingly bitter as it matures. Used most often in cooked applications. When young, it can be utilized with skin on or when more mature the skin can be removed for a more tender texture. Origin: Dominican Republic, Honduras, USA Availability: Year-Round -
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8 oz/Bag Longan berries can be eaten on their own, but they can complement various recipes as well. You can get vitamins B1, B2 and B3 from longan, and it’s also a good source of free radical-scavenging vitamin C. Origin: USA Availability: November - Diciembre -
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Order lychee now! Buy with us quality lychee direct from farms in Mexico. Lychee, sometimes spelled litchi or called alligator strawberry, is eaten raw on its own. This tropical fruit is a good source of Vitamin B, Vitamin C, and potassium and is an excellent addition to fruit salads, sauces, desserts, and beverages. Origin: Mexico Availability: May – February -
Malanga Coco is similar to a yam in appearance and a potato in flavor. This root is commonly used in tropical countries. Malanga is also similar to Taro in texture and appearance but has a woodsy taste with a hint of black walnut. Origin: Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua Availability: Year-Round -
Malanga Eddoe Also called Eddoe, this species is native to China and Japan. It can grow in cooler and drier climates, which makes it a suitable crop in parts of North America. The corms are generally smaller and rounder resembling a striped, hairy potato. Origin: Brazil, Costa Rica, Ecuador Availability: Year-Round -
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Malanga Isleña is similar to a Taro or Cassava, round with horizontal scale like texture. It is typically deep-fried as fritters or chips. It can also be mashed, baked, boiled, or sautéed. Origin: Costa Rica Availability: Year-Round -
Malanga Lila is a root vegetable popular in the tropics and South America. It has more flavor than most other starchy tropical tubers, and its taste is earthy, and has been described as more like nuts than potatoes. Origin: Costa Rica, Ecuador, Nicaragua Availability: Year-Round -
Malanga White is considered the true Malanga. It is a root vegetable. The interior has a crisp texture and its color varies from cream to yellow to pink. Origin: Costa Rica, Ecuador Availability: Year-Round -
Mamey is large with brown, thick skin. Its flesh is a combination of orange-red, with a sweet, berry flavor. Because of its interesting taste and texture, the Mamey is rapidly gaining popularity. Mamey is usually eaten fresh and used in salads or drinks. Origin: U.S. Availability: March – December -
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Mango Francine is one of the most juicy, thin-seeded, and largest type available. They turn from orange-green to bright green when ripe and have a golden-orange flesh. It is also, the most fragrant, juicy, tangy, and delicious mango available in the States. Origin: Nicaragua Availability: February – July
