- Glossary
- Tamarillo - exotic tree tomato
Tamarillo - exotic tree tomato
Tamarillo (Solanum betaceum), also known as tree tomato, is a tropical fruit from the nightshade family. It originates from the Andes in South America and is now grown in New Zealand, Colombia, and Ecuador. The fruits have an egg-like shape and glossy smooth skin. The flesh is juicy with small seeds and a distinctive sweet-sour flavor. Red varieties are more tart, yellow ones sweeter. Tamarillo is excellent in sauces, jams, smoothies, and salads. It is rich in vitamins A, C, and fiber.
- Tamarillo originates from the Andes in South America and is mainly grown in New Zealand.
- Fruits have an egg-like shape with skin colors ranging from yellow to dark red.
- Red varieties are more tart and intense, while yellow ones are sweeter and milder.
- The fruit is rich in vitamins A, C, fiber, and antioxidants.
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