Rambutans are small round fruit with long, deep red tendrils attached to their red skin. Their juicy white flesh is similar to that of lychees, though slightly more tart in flavour, and encloses small inedible stones. Available between September and May, rambutans are best enjoyed fresh in salads or on their own, although they can also be poached in a syrup or added to stir-fries.
To Buy
Look for rambutans with unblemished skins. They should feel relatively heavy for their size, and their tendrils should be quite firm, with no signs of blackening.
To Store
Enjoy rambutans as soon as possible after purchase, or store in a plastic bag in the fridge for up to 5 days.
To Prepare
Simply peel away the skin to expose the flesh then either enjoy as they are or halve and remove the seeds.
Rambutans are an excellent source of vitamin C. Among other benefits, this vitamin works in the body to help maintain a healthy immune system, as well as helping to maintain healthy gums.
| Quantity per serve (60g) | Quantity per 100g | |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | 193kJ | 322kJ |
| Protein | 0.6g | 1.0g |
| Fat, total | 0.2g | 0.4g |
| -saturated | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Carbohydrate | 12.2g | 20.4g |
| -sugars | 10.6g | 17.6g |
| Dietary fibre, total | 0.7g | 1.1g |
| Sodium | 1.2mg | 2mg |
| Vitamin C | 32mg | 53mg |
| Potassium | 38mg | 64mg |
QUANTITIES STATED ABOVE ARE AVERAGES ONLY
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