Kangkung
Season: All year round | Flavor: Umami
Its English name is Water Spinach. It’s a semiaquatic plant with long & tender shoots and leaves.
Benefits : High source of Sodium, Potassium, Fibre and Vitamin A.
Primary uses : Commonly used in Southeast asian dishes
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Banana Leaf
Season: All year round | Flavor: Sweet
Large aromatic leaves, highly used worldwide in various cuisines
Benefits : Contain large amounts of Polyphenols such as Epigallocatechin gallate, or EGCG, also found in green tea. Polyphenols are natural antioxidants found in many plant based foods.
Primary uses : sometimes cooked-in dishes else dishes are served on them.
Lotus Root
Season: All year round | Flavor: Refreshing and mild sweet flavor
Lotus root is the edible part of Lotus plant, crispy & crunch texture
Benefits : Has a unique mix of vitamin B6 & C, Potassium, Phosphorous, Copper, Iron, and Manganese, as well as Thiamin, Pantothenic acid, Zinc, vitamin B6 & C. Also a source of dieteary fibre and protein.
Primary uses : In stir-fried dishes
Bean Sprouts
Season: All year round | Flavor: Sweet
Bean sprouts grow from Mung Beans, they add some crunch to dishes
Benefits : High in fibre, Folate and vitamin B.
Primary uses : Salads, sandwiches and stir-friend dishes
Sweet Corn
Season: All year round | Flavor: Sweet
Sweet corn kernels are tender and juicy, they bring extra munch when added to dishes.
Benefits : Sweet corn is loaded with Lutein and Zeaxanthin, two phytochemicals that promote healthy vision.
Primary uses : Eaten boiled, stir-fried or cooked with other vegetables
Eggplant
Season: All year round | Flavor: Creamy texture and meaty, savory flavor
Delicate egg shaped glossy vegetable with white meaty flesh and a spiny stem.
Benefits : Very low in Saturated Fat, Cholesterol and Sodium. It is also a good source of Vitamin C & K, Thiamin, Niacin, Vitamin B6, Pantothenic Acid, Magnesium, Phosphorus and Copper, and a very good source of Dietary Fiber, Folate, Potassium and Manganese.
Primary uses : Savory dishes, Italian dishes