Fruit

Dragon Fruit (Fresh white-meat dragon fruit / Pitaya Blanca)

The white-meat dragon fruit of Transfood (botanically Selenicereus undatus / Hylocereus undatus) is an optically spectacular tropical fruit. It is characterized by a bright pink-to-red-pink shell with distinctive, green-shells. Inside there is a snow-white fruit meat filled with countless small, black, edible seeds. Per air cargo (aircraft goods) imported, the product guarantees a juicy-refreshing chewing experience immediately after harvesting in the producing countries.

€1.00/ 1 piece
Product code
DB-4DA91D24
Origin
Vietnam (Hauptimportquelle für die klassische weißfleischige Drachenfrucht von Transfood GmbH; je nach Saison und logistischer Verfügbarkeit auch aus Thailand oder Ecuador)
Brand / producer
Transfood
Availability
1 available

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About this product

Description

The white-meat dragon fruit of Transfood (botanically Selenicereus undatus / Hylocereus undatus) is an optically spectacular tropical fruit. It is characterized by a bright pink-to-red-pink shell with distinctive, green-shells. Inside there is a snow-white fruit meat filled with countless small, black, edible seeds. Per air cargo (aircraft goods) imported, the product guarantees a juicy-refreshing chewing experience immediately after harvesting in the producing countries.

Highlights

Refreshing and mild taste: It has a subtle, delicate aroma with a slight sweetness that reminds of a mixture of melon, kiwi and pear.A pleasant crushing effect: The tiny seeds give the water-rich, delicate fruit meat an exciting, crushing consistency.Figure-conscious profile: Due to the lower portion of fruit sugar compared to other exots, it is perfect for a calorie- and blood sugar-conscious diet.

Nutritional benefits

Nutritional values (per 100g)Fuel value: approximately 50–57 kcal / 210–238 kJFat: approximately 0,4 g of which saturated fats: < 0,1 gCarbons: approximately 11,0 gof which sugar: approximately 7,5 g (carbohydrate and sugar content are slightly lower than in the red variety)Protein: approximately 1,1 gSalt: < 0,01 gVital substances: Rich in fiber, vitamin C, magnesium and valuable antioxidants.

Storage & use

Storage instructions

Temperature: Mature fruits are best stored in the vegetable compartment of the refrigerator at 6 °C to 10 °C. Excessive cold (under 4 °C) can cause cold damage to the shell.Tip: Taste best and is maximum thirst-extinguishing when served directly well-cooled.Consumption: Consume in a cool state within 4 to 7 days.When the fruit meat becomes glassy/transparent, it is a sign of overlay and cell degradation.

How to use

Fresh snack: The fruit is simply cut in half along. The meat can be easily taken with a spoon directly from the shell or cut into decorative cubes and columns.Exotic cuisine: An ideal, visually contrasting ingredient for tropical fruit salads, breakfast bowl, yogurt or quark dishes.Drinks & sorbets: Popular component for refreshing summer smoothies, cocktails, mocktails or sorbet creations

Packing & order

Packaging specification

100% fresh white fruit.

Minimum order quantity

1