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Left to right: Top: Carambola, Finger limes, Durian. Bottom: Kumquats, Longan, Lotus root.
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Gobo root
Also known as bardana and greater burdock root.
Gobo root is very crisp and tastes sweet with a mild and pungent flavour. The roots can have a slight muddiness and harshness, but this can easily be reduced by soaking the shredded roots in water for between five and ten minutes. Good levels of essential minerals such as calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium, manganese and sodium.
Ginseng
Also known as ginnsuu.
subtle citron taste. Lemongrass looks similar to fat spring onions, but is distinctly woodier and firmer.
High in potassium, iron and magnesium.
Lauki
Also known as bottle gourd and calabash.
The Lauki is believed to be one of the oldest cultivated vegetable, although it is likely it was originally intended as a water carrier rather than a foodstuff. It is frequently used in curries, stir fries, soups and in chutneys throughout Asia.
Rich in fibre, vitamin C, zinc, iron and magnesium.
Longan
Also known as euphoria fruit.
Literally translated as the ‘Dragon’s Eye’, the black to brown seed of the Longan peels back to reveal a translucent flesh. When fully matured, the shell becomes more like bark and can be popped open with easy access to the lychee-tasting grape-like fruit inside. Longan fruit has long been a feature in herbal Chinese anti-aging and sexual health tonics. They are be- lieved to help eye function, relieve stress and give skin a glowing appearance.
Rich in vitamin C, potassium and fibre.
Lotus root
Also known as Asian lotus and renkon.
Beneath the beautiful lotus flowers that float on water is actually a crunchy, sweet root that is perfect cooked in a variety of ways. It makes a decorative addition to plates thanks to its floral like array of interior holes.
Decent amounts of vitamin C, calcium and magnesium.
Historically used for medicinal purposes, ginseng is easily recognised through its human-like appearance. It is most often available dried, whole or sliced and although the leaves are less highly prized, they are also used in herbal teas and energy drinks.
Great for building up stamina and strength, concentration and memory and is also reputed to help alleviate stress, depression and anxiety. It is a natural immune system booster.
Kumquats
Also known as cumquats.
Borne of a small fruit bearing tree, kumquats resemble oranges, but are smaller and more oval in space. The flesh of a kumquat is dry and has a sharp flavour, while the skin is sweeter. The entire fruit is edible and its two distinct flavours lend it to both sweet and savoury dishes.
Great for fibre and vitamin C.
Lemongrass
Also known as citronella grass and fever grass.
A native to India, but widely used in a variety of Asian cuisines, lemongrass can be used dried, powdered or fresh to instil a
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