Elephant Apple 1kg
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The elephant apple, also known as Ou Tenga in Assamese, is a large, knobby fruit that is a staple of Assamese cuisine. It’s a key ingredient in fish curries and is also used to make pickles.
The elephant apple, also known as Ou Tenga in Assamese, is a large, knobby fruit that is a staple of Assamese cuisine. It’s a key ingredient in fish curries and is also used to make pickles.
- The elephant apple is a large, knobby fruit with a leathery husk.
- It’s native to Southeast Asia and is the main food source for wild elephants.
- The fruit is also known as Chalta in Bengali and Assam, Chulta in Hindi, Karambel in Gujarati and Marathi, Bhavya in Sanskrit, and Ramphal in Nepali.
- The elephant apple is a key ingredient in Assamese cuisine, especially in fish curries and pickles.
- It’s also eaten raw or used to make jam and jelly.
- The fruit is known for its curative properties and is said to treat nervousness, stomach upsets, and fatigue.
Taste
- The fruit has a sour, acidic, and tangy flavor, similar to green apples or grapes.
- It also has a distinct garlicky funk.
| Weight | 1000 g |
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| Dimensions | 15 × 10 × 10 cm |
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