rambutan

rambutan

description Rambutan comes from the Malay word rambut which means hair. These red fruits indeed do look like hairy versions of lychees. To eat, either peel away the skin or make a score with a knife and pull the skin apart. The white fleshy fruit is firm and juicy with a seed in the middle.…

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lychee & ginger sorbet

lychee and ginger sorbet

Lychee and ginger really works well together; the ginger adds a touch of heat and compliments the sweetness of the lychees. The sorbet is refreshing and I imagine would work well with a sprig of mint for decoration or if you fancy a drop of gin or vodka to create a frozen cocktail.

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orange & lemongrass pudding

orange lemongrass pudding

The new season Navel Oranges are fabulous at the moment; thin-skinned, juicy, sweet with a slight sharpness. After indulging in a couple, I decide to make a dessert with the simple addition of corn flour rather than using eggs or milk. It makes a refreshing treat for friends who are either vegans or dairy-intolerant.

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papaya

papaya

description Ripe papaya with its rich orange flesh has a soft, butter like consistency and a sweet aromatic taste. Known to aid digestion, it is commonly served as a dessert. The green, unripe fruit works well in salads or cooked as a vegetable. substitutes None availability Supermarkets, Asian stores

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