7 Rare Fruits Found In India

Zee Media Bureau
Apr 02, 2024

Buddha's Hand

This unusual-looking fruit is mainly used for its aromatic zest in Indian cuisine.

Kokum Butter Fruit

Often used in Maharashtrian cuisine, kokum butter fruit has a tangy, sour taste and is used to make beverages and preserves.

Targola/Taal

Taal or ice apple is a perfect summer fruit and is popular in Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, Goa, and Kerala.

Carambola

Star-shaped when sliced, this fruit has a sweet and slightly tart flavor. It's cultivated in certain regions of India.

Jungli Jalebi/Kodukkapuli

Grown in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and West Bengal.

Chayote

Also known as vegetable pear, this green, wrinkled fruit is used in various Indian dishes, especially in South Indian cuisine.

Ramphal

This tropical fruit has a custard-like texture and a sweet, fragrant flavor. It's mostly grown in the western and southern regions of India.

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