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Rambutan
Taste Description: Sweet and slightly acidic, similar to lychee; Region of Origin: Southeast Asia
Starfruit (Carambola)
Taste Description: Crisp and juicy with a sweet and sour flavor, reminiscent of citrus fruits and pineapple; Region of Origin: Southeast Asia
Miracle Fruit
Taste Description: Initially bland, but alters taste perception to make sour foods taste sweet; Region of Origin: West Africa
Monstera Deliciosa
Taste Description: Mix of pineapple and banana; Region of Origin: Central America
Durian
Taste Description: Creamy, custard-like, with a strong odor; Region of Origin: Southeast Asia
Finger Lime (Caviar Lime)
Taste Description: Tart and slightly bitter, with a taste similar to lime. The pulp resembles caviar beads; Region of Origin: Australia
Mangosteen
Taste Description: Sweet, tangy, and juicy; Region of Origin: Southeast Asia
Soursop
Taste Description: Sweet and sour flavor that is a combination of strawberry, pineapple, and citrus; Region of Origin: Tropical Americas
Longan
Taste Description: Sweet and musky, a milder version of lychee; Region of Origin: Southeast Asia
Dragon Fruit (Pitaya)
Taste Description: Mildly sweet, akin to a blend of kiwi and pear; Region of Origin: Americas, but cultivated widely in Southeast Asia
Jackfruit
Taste Description: Sweet and fruity, reminiscent of a combination of apple, pineapple, mango, and banana; Region of Origin: Southwest India
Baobab
Taste Description: Tart, with a citrusy flavor similar to grapefruit; Region of Origin: Africa
Sapodilla
Taste Description: Sweet with a malty flavor, similar to pear, brown sugar, and caramel; Region of Origin: Southern Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean
Kiwano (Horned Melon)
Taste Description: Mildly sweet, similar to a combination of cucumber, zucchini, and kiwifruit; Region of Origin: Southern Africa
Ackee
Taste Description: Buttery, creamy texture with a mildly sweet taste, often compared to scrambled eggs when cooked; Region of Origin: West Africa
Feijoa
Taste Description: Sweet, aromatic, and slightly tart, with a flavor hinting at pineapple, guava, and strawberry; Region of Origin: South America
Salak (Snake Fruit)
Taste Description: A crisp acidic taste, a mix of sweet and sour with an astringent edge, similar to apple and pineapple; Region of Origin: Indonesia
Cherimoya (Custard Apple)
Taste Description: Rich and creamy, often likened to a blend of banana, pineapple, and strawberry; Region of Origin: South America
Pitomba
Taste Description: Sweet and tart, with a fruity flavor with hints of apricot and lemon; Region of Origin: Brazil
African Horned Cucumber
Taste Description: Combination of banana, melon, and cucumber; slightly sour; Region of Origin: Africa
Buddha's Hand
Taste Description: Mildly sweet, essentially zest with little flesh; used more for its fragrant zest than flesh; Region of Origin: India and China
Noni
Taste Description: Bitter and pungent, often considered unpleasant; used more for its juice; Region of Origin: Southeast Asia and Australasia
Pomelo
Taste Description: Mildly sweet and slightly tart, often described as a less bitter, sweeter grapefruit; Region of Origin: Southeast Asia
Loquat
Taste Description: Sweet and tangy, reminiscent of apricot, plum, and cherry with a floral undertone; Region of Origin: China
Jabuticaba
Taste Description: Sweet and slightly tart, comparable to a combination of grapes with a hint of spice; Region of Origin: Brazil
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