The tastiest fruits in Malaysia

Malaysia is home to some delicious tropical fruits. Some of the tastiest fruits in Malaysia include: mangosteen, starfruit, pulasan, jackfruit, rambutan, mango and dragon fruit.

Mangosteens help prevent cancer and heart disease. The skin is reported to be the healthiest part of the fruit.

Starfruit is available all year long in Malaysia, and is often used for decorations. Starfruit is also a good source of potassium, fibre, vitamin C and copper.

Pulasan is also only grown in Malaysia. This fruit, sometimes confused with the rambutan, is normally grown between August and September, and December and January. The fruit's skin tastes like a sweet grape.

Jackfruit is also grown only in Malaysia. Jackfruits are large, so one fruit can feed many people. Jackfruits are low in calories and contain large amounts of potassium and vitamin A.

Mangoes are grown all over the world. The chok anan yellow mango has a very sweet taste. Chok anans are low in saturated fat, cholesterol and sodium. Chok anans are also an excellent source of dietary fibre, protein and amino acids.

Pitaya, also called red dragon fruit, is grown on a cactus. This fuchsia-coloured tastes somewhat like a kiwi. Pitayas contain many antioxidants and are an excellent source of vitamin C.

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