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Pitaya

Hylocereus undatus (for white-fleshed), Hylocereus costaricensis (for red-fleshed) Allergen-Free
Pitaya

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Cactaceae
  • Primary Cuisine Southeast Asian, Latin American
  • Seasonality Summer, Early Fall
  • Source Pitaya fruit

O Que É Pitaya?

A tropical cactus fruit, also known as dragon fruit, characterized by its vibrant skin and mild, subtly sweet, speckled flesh.

Qual o Sabor de Pitaya?

Pitaya tem um sabor mildly sweet, slightly earthy, subtly tart com aromas de very subtle, mildly sweet.

Taste
Mildly sweet, Slightly earthy, Subtly tart
Texture
Juicy, Seedy (small, edible seeds), Slightly Crunchy
Aroma
Very subtle, Mildly sweet
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Informação Nutricional

Per 100g (1/2 small fruit)
Calories60 kcal
Total Fat0.3 g
Saturated Fat0 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein1.2 g
Total Carbohydrate13 g
Dietary Fiber3 g
Total Sugars8 g
Calcium10 mg
Iron0.5 mg
Potassium270 mg

Segredo do Chef

Use pitaya's vibrant color as a natural food dye in smoothies, desserts, or even savory dishes for a stunning visual impact.

Substitutos e Proporções de Pitaya

O melhor substituto para Pitaya é Kiwi, usado na proporção de 1:1. Similar vibrant color (green kiwi), small black seeds, and a tart-sweet flavor profile.

Substitutos para Pitaya com proporções
Substituto Proporção Melhor para
Kiwi Melhor 1:1 Similar vibrant color (green kiwi), small black seeds, and a tart-sweet flavor profile.
Watermelon 1:1 For refreshing juiciness and subtle sweetness, but lacks the distinct texture and seeds.
Asian Pear 1:1 Offers a crisp, juicy texture and mild sweetness, though without the seeds or color.
Lychee 1:1 For a juicy, sweet, and tropical fruit experience, but different texture and appearance.

Como Escolher e Armazenar Pitaya

  1. Select firm, bright-colored fruit without soft spots or bruises.
  2. Avoid dry or shriveled skin.

O Que Combina Bem Com Pitaya?

  • Coconut
  • Lime
  • Mint
  • Berries
  • Yogurt
  • Smoothie Bowls
  • Seafood (grilled).

Perguntas frequentes

Qual o sabor de Pitaya?

Mildly sweet, Slightly earthy, Subtly tart Very subtle, Mildly sweet

Qual é um bom substituto para Pitaya?

O melhor substituto é Kiwi (1:1). Similar vibrant color (green kiwi), small black seeds, and a tart-sweet flavor profile.

Como escolher e armazenar Pitaya?

Select firm, bright-colored fruit without soft spots or bruises. Avoid dry or shriveled skin.

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