PRODUCT INFO Chinese Chive Leaves present a straw-like stem. It is tubular, have onion taste and a subtle taste of garlic, hollow and dark green with pointy end. Each stem can grow up to 20 inches (half a meter). Moreover, such stems are of a lighter green than its onion counterpart. The flowers are really small and altogether creates a spherical bunch at the top. Each tiny flower has 6 petals, and it is pink/purple. USES You'll mainly use the leaves of your Chinese chives, but if you don't cut too much, the plants will produce edible flowers too. Since they're perennial, you'll get harvests for years to come. Eat the leaves fresh, or add them to your cooking for a light garlic flavour. The clump-forming plants are quite attractive, so this perennial will look good in your flower garden too! And unlike many other edibles. SEASON Chinese Chive are available year-round.
PRODUCT INFO The Asiatic pennywort is a sleek, herbaceous plant. It is widespread throughout tropical and subtropical countries worldwide - Madagascar, Vietnam, India, China and Africa. It prefers wet to marshy sites, up to an altitude of 700 meters. In Thailand a refreshing drink is made from the slightly bitter tasting leaves and stems the juice is diluted with water and some sugar can be added. Mostly the whole plant is eaten as a vegetable, cooked or raw, with Jeo or Paa Dek. Phak Nok has multiple medicinal applications, being used to treat fever and constipation, to purify the blood, and to cure nervous conditions. USES The plant's leaves are used against skin complaints and it has a considerable reputation for treating ulcers, eczema, hepatitis, cancer and leprosy. Phak Nok is said to be 'good for the eyes' and for hair growth and is also used psychologically to treat epilepsy, senility and the mentally retarded. SEASONS Asiatic pennywort is available year-round.
PRODUCT INFO Coriander Root (Rak Phak Chi) is the root of the herb coriander, which is sometimes called cilantro. While many English-speaking countries discard the roots, they form an important part of many Asian cuisines. Coriander root is the fresh roots of the herb. Ground coriander is a mellow spice with a subtle, slightly earthy hint. Coriander root tastes more pungent and peppery and has a strong, pleasant aroma. In Thai food, coriander root is used as a critical component in many curry pastes and dips. Thais often crush coriander root in a pestle and mortar along with garlic and chilis to form the basis of chili dips. SEASON Coriander root is available year-round. USES The root is also a vitally important ingredient for creating the famous marinade that characterizes Thai grilled chicken. Thais are very against letting good food go to waste, and they quickly recognized that the roots taste great when they form the base of famous curry pastes, soups, dips, and marinades. SEASONS Coriander root is available year-round.
PRODUCT INFO Green Thai chile peppers vary in size and shape, depending on the specific variety, and are generally small, conical, and slender, tapering to a point on the non-stem end. The pods range in length from 2 to 7 centimeters, and the skin is smooth, taut, and waxy, ripening from green to bright red when mature. Underneath the surface, the flesh is thin, crisp, and pale green, encasing a central cavity filled with small, round, and flat cream-colored seeds. Green Thai chile peppers have a subtly earthy and grassy flavor with an immediate, pungent heat. SEASONS Green Chilli are available year-round.
PRODUCT INFO Yam Bean is a legume. The appearance of the yam tree is a creeping vine. The plump head extends from the taproot. solid conan Square shape, flattened, 1 yam, with only one head. The part used to eat is the tapioca root. USES The head of the yam bean part used for eating Appearance is light brown, inside is white. When chewed, it feels crispy like a fresh pear fruit. It also has a flour-like flavor but is sweet. It is generally eaten fresh. or dipped in salt and pepper It can also be used to cook both savory and sweet dishes as well, such as kaeng som, wild curry, sweet and sour stir-fry, and egg stir-fry. It is a mixture of steamed buns. and Ruby Krob. SEASON Yam beans are available year-round.
PRODUCT INFO Red Chilli is a fruit which belongs to Capsicum genus. It has many varieties which are differentiated on its pungency measured on Scoville Scale. Chilli fruit when ripened and dried becomes red chilli, which is further grounded to form red chilli powder. These are categorized as hot pepper. Red chilli became famous all around the world because of its characteristics like pungency, taste and flavor matched black pepper, which was very expensive during old times and thus it became one of the most important and integral spices. SEASONS Red Chili is available year-round.
PRODUCT INFO Bird's Eye Chili (Prik Kee Noo) are small, thin, pointy peppers that are red when mature. They are green when unripe but can still be eaten, and are sometimes orange or purple depending on maturity. In the case of Thai cuisine, green peppers are typically used in green curries, while hotter, mature red peppers are used in red curries. When fresh, they often have a stem still attached and contain loose, edible seeds that are especially spicy. The peppers are affordable thanks to their low weight and can be used whole, sliced, or seeded and diced. SEASONS Bird's Eye Chili are available year-round.
PRODUCT INFO People use cilantro as a flavorsome addition to soups, salads, curries, and other dishes. In some parts of the world, cilantro refers to the leaves, and coriander refers to the seeds. Its nutritional content may provide a range of health benefits. It is a good source of antioxidants. Using cilantro to flavor food may encourage people to use less salt and reduce their sodium intake. All parts of the plant are edible, but people most commonly use the fresh leaves and dried seeds in cooking. SEASONS Coriander is available year-round.
PRODUCT INFO With their attractive brightly coloured, smooth, shiny skins, chillies range from mildly hot to scorchingly fiery. Popular as an everyday ingredient in a variety of cuisines, including Thai, Indian, Mexican and Chinese, chillies can add just a subtle flavour or a real kick to a wide selection of savoury dishes. As a general rule the smaller the chilli the hotter it is but the colour is no guide to heat. SEASONS Mixed Chili are available year-round.
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PRODUCT INFO Dragon fruit is actually a type of cactus. The fruit comes in three colors. Two have pink skin, but with different colored flesh (one white, the other red). The other type has a yellow skin with white flesh. "Dragon fruit doesn't really have much taste. The best way I can describe it is similar to a white kiwi - in terms of both consistency and flavor. It's usually not very sweet and tends to be somewhat bland, though crunchy due to the many little black seeds. USES Dragon Fruit Health Benefits 1. It's rich in antioxidants like flavonoids, phenolic acid, and betacyanin. 2. It's naturally fat-free and high in fiber. 3. It may help lower your blood sugar. 4. It contains prebiotics, which are foods that feed the healthy bacteria called probiotics in your gut. 5. It can strengthen your immune system. SEASON Dragon Fruit is available nearly year round.
PRODUCT INFO Namwa Banana : Pisang Awak Banana Scientific name: Musa ABB CV.Kluai "Namwa" In the family: Musaceae. Namwa banana is a traditional Thai banana variety. A herbaceous fruit Is a type of hybrid banana It is a hybrid of wild banana and Tanee banana with a single, upright trunk. The trunk is round. Brown and green The leaves are monocots. The leaves are parallel They are flat, long, large, with green flowers, leaving a bouquet. There will be cabbage out at the top. With a long chain with a comb Will have results in a comb like a fan The skin is light green. Ripe fruit, the skin is yellow. Sweet and fragrant SEASON Thai Banana (Kluay Nam Wa) is availble year round.
PRODUCT INFO Madan Fruit avant-garde Madan fruit is high in vitamin C, beta-carotene, as well as important minerals such as calcium, iron, phosphorus, etc. Madan fruits are very rich in vitamin A and calcium. Since the fruits taste quite sour, so it is not easy to eat these fresh. So these are used in side dishes, salads and made into sauces. The fruit of madan is also processed to make preserved fruit in syrup, pickled fruit and dried fruit. Fermented fruit is stuffed with minced pork to make a soup, or it can be made into a sweet. SEASON Madan will produce a yield for about 2-3 years, will produce and have offspring according to species.
PRODUCT INFO Mangosteens are a delicious treat often referred to as the "Queen of Fruit." They're about the size of a tangerine, and they have a thick purple shell which contains the soft, white edible fruit inside. Mangosteen is a must-eat fruit in Thailand! The flavor is a combination of strawberry, peach and vanilla ice cream. The white flesh is very sweet with a very slight tartness. The tartness is caused by the thick skin that tightly encases the fruit. Mangosteen is known in Thailand as the a 'queen of fruits' due to its extensive health benefits. SEASON Mangosteen is availble between Apr/May - September.
PRODUCT INFO Thai sour mangoes, like mentioned above, are typically unripe or young mangoes. sour mangoes for their refreshing/tangy taste which usually come with a firm, crisp, crunchy texture which is very different from ripe mango. Sour mangoes can be consumed on their own, paired with seasoning/dips or turn into a dish. SEASON Sour mangoes typically, late May thru June.
PRODUCT INFO Kra Thon, Katon, the santol, sentul or cotton fruit, is a tropical fruit native to maritime Southeast Asia. Santol fruit, botanically classified as Sandoricum koetjape, is one of two edible fruits found in the Meliaceae, or Mahogany family. The fleshy fruits are known for their sweet and sour flavor and are widely cultivated throughout tropical lowlands in Southeast Asia, sold in fresh markets as a raw snack. SEASON Santol is availble between Apr - Jul/Aug.
PRODUCT INFO A ripe papaya (Malakaw) will be sweet and has a taste similar to a cantaloupe or mango. The flesh will melt in your mouth and has a buttery feel. SEASON A ripe papaya is available nearly year round.
PRODUCT INFO The Salacca (Salak) is a crunchy fruit that has a taste that combines the flavours of apple, banana, and pineapple. It is a good source of antioxidants that cannot be matched by other tropical fruits. SEASON The Salacca (Salak) is available nearly year round.
PRODUCT INFO The coconut is a perennial plant belonging to the palm family ( Arecaceae ) and is the only living species of the genus Cocos. The coconut is a plant that can be used in a variety of ways, such as water and the pulp of young coconuts being eaten. The pulp of the mature fruit is grated and squeezed to make coconut milk. Coconut shells are used to invent things such as dippers, lanterns, etc. In addition, coconuts are classified as a kind of auspicious plant. According to the royal textbook of Brahmachat Has determined to plant coconuts in the east of the house. for prosperity. SEASON Coconuts are available year-round.
Durian is a tropical fruit distinguished by its large size and spiky, hard outer shell. It has a smelly, custard-like flesh with large seeds. There are several varieties, but the most common one is Durio zibethinus. The fruit's flesh can range in color. It's most commonly yellow or pale yellow, but can also be red or green. Durian grows in tropical regions around the world, particularly in the Southeast Asian countries of Malaysia, Indonesia, and Thailand. The most poppular variety for export is Monthong, Chanee, Kradum, Kanyao, Volcano and a few other. Frozen Peeled Durian use maturity / ripeness level to freeze at -18 degree celsius with this process the shelf life can be up to 2 years in the good condition. PRODUCT INFO Durian can be export as Whole Fresh Durian, size from 2-6kgs with at least 3 lobes to maximum 6 lobes. Depends on destinaton regulation on the chemical and pesticide restriction. Fresh Whole Durian can export both sea & air. The ripeness level is depending on transit time using for transport to destination plus shelf life for sell at destination. Durian can also be export as Peeled Fresh Durian in retail package. This is more convenient than Whole Fresh Durian which is sophisticated to whom that have less knowledge of how to notice the ripeness level (sotfness of the Durian meat). USES Durian can be consumed cooked or raw. It provides a distinctive taste to any dish and is often used in Asian cuisine to flavor ice cream, cakes, and other baked goods. Durian's outer shell must be removed before eating. Place durian stem side down on a sturdy counter. Then, slice into the spiny skin about 3â??4 inches deep. Use your hands to pull the skin apart and reveal the fruit. Durian is divided into pods. Each has a pit or a stone that should be removed prior to eating. SEASONS Durian can be produced all year round
