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Pepino
A pepino is a beautiful, oval-shaped fruit with purple stripes and is about the size of an apple. The taste of the pepino is sweet, soft and juicy, a mixture between melon and pear. For that reason, the pepino is sometimes also called ‘melon pear’. The colour of its pulp is light yellow and contains many small seeds.
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Origin
The pepino has been cultivated in the highlands of Colombia, Ecuador and Peru since pre-colonial times. The plant grows well at altitudes between 900 and 2800 meters above sea level.
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How to store
You can store pepino’s in the fridge.
How to eat
Peel the pepino before using it. Note that the seeds are not edible. Pepino tastes like a combination of melon and pear. This sweet taste is perfect for fresh salads or as a fresh breakfast addition.
