Rambutan

The rambutan fruit has long been regarded as the "golden" fruit of Vietnamese agriculture since it provides good economic efficiency for growers in addition to high nutritional value.

Rambutan (chôm chôm) is a fruit with a distinctive appearance because it mimics "hair". The fruit has little spikes all over it and is pinkish-red and yellow in color. An off-white oval fruit with a large beige seed within can be found inside (not edible). Although it has a similar appearance to lychee, the fruit has a drier texture. Due to its mild sweetness, the flavor goes well with Vietnamese desserts (chè). If not, you can have it by itself as a snack in the afternoon. Rambutans can be found either already plucked off the branches or in bunches with branches. Pick rambutans with healthy-looking skins.