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As I perused the produce department at
Whole Foods a couple of weeks ago, I did a double take in front of a peculiar Lychee-looking fruit. When I stopped to inspect, an employee informed me that what I was examining was in fact, similar to a Lycee but called a
Rambutan. I was intrigued and they allowed me to sample. It was definitely rather Lychee-like in both flavor and texture, though less sweet. I brought home a bagful, knowing that Izzy would be intrigued.
We dissected one together, slicing gently through the tough, wiry exterior, revealing the soft fruit inside.
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After having consumed the entire bag. Yes. He did like them. We were left with all of these funny, spiky shells.
Izzy immediately put them to good use.
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Elephant looks fetching, doesn't he?
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Polar Bear doesn't look too shabby either.
8 comments:
It's oddly beautiful. Does it taste like anything we know? Texture? I have the sense I'd like to whirl some around in my ice cream maker and turn it into a slushee.
Beautiful (both on the plate + on the pate)!
This is definitely my favorite post ever.
That is just so cute! Now I must go find one for myself.
Ha, ha! Fabulous.:)
anonymous: Tastes like Lychee fruits. Would make good sorbet.
Sarah: Cute! Izzy had a great time with his Rambutan creations.
Anonymous 2: Favorite post? I am delighted to hear that.
KitchenMage: When I searched this week, there weren't anymore. I will check back.
Foodvox: Maybe Izzy will become a hat designer! I added another picture for your amusement.
I need to get some of these for Elmo. Someone gave someone in our newsroom a TMXElmo and he sits on a filing cabinet staring at me. I think he'd look wonderful in a ramubtan hat! thanks for the inspiration (now my co-workers will definitely think I'm nuts).
I looove rambutans! I discovered them on my honeymoon in Thailand. I love that they look like aliens and that they taste so sweet and refreshing. Nice post!
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