Palm Heart
Season: All year round | Flavor: Mild
Similar appearance as White Asparagus with a tender & mild flavor in the heart of the fruit.
Benefits : Low in Cholesterol and a good source of Protein, Riboflavin and Potassium, and a very good source of Dietary Fiber, Vitamin C, Folate, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Zinc, Copper and Manganese.
Primary uses : Salad, pies and pasta
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Sweet Basil
Season: All year round | Flavor: Aromatic & slightly spicy
Herb that grows easily and adds well to many dishes
Benefits : Basil is an excellent source of vitamin A(in the form of carotenoids such as beta-carotene), C, K and Manganese; a very good source of Copper, Calcium, Iron, Folate, Magnesium and Omega-3 fatty acids.
Primary uses : In stir-fried dishes and some Italian foods
Thai Parsley
Season: All year round | Flavor: Mildly bitter
Looks like very skinny Romain lettuce with very strong smell
Benefits : Source of vitamin A, C & K as well as a good source of Folate and Iron. Parsley's volatile oil components include Myristicin, Limonene, Eugenol and Alpha-thujene. Its flavonoids include Apiin, Apigenin, Crisoeriol and Luteolin.
Primary uses : Staple ingredient of Thai cuisine
Kaffir lime Leaf
Season: All year round | Flavor: Citrus
Thick, dark Green leaves. Shiny on top, porous & pale under the leaf.
Benefits : High concentration of Alkaloids, Citronellol, Limonene, Nerol, and other organic compounds.
Primary uses : Key ingredient in Thai and some south east Asian countries
Green Chilli
Season: All year round | Flavor: Very Spicy
Famous for their intense heat with heart of the flavor in the seeds.
Benefits : Good source of vitamins A, C, K and the phytonutrient Capsaicin. Green chillis are low in calories, virtually fat-free and rich in nutrients that can enhance your health.
Primary uses : In any dish to bring up the heat
Yard Long Bean
Season: All year round | Flavor: Bland
Chewy and flavorful yard long beans, also known as Chinese snake beans, are closely related to black-eyed peas.
Benefits : High in fibre, Folates, vitamin A, B 12, C, Iron, Copper, Manganese, Calcium and Magnesium.
Primary uses : In sadas and as cooked vegetable