Dipteryx alata
Dipteryx alata
Common name:
Baru
Local name:
Country:
Brazil
Food Group(s):
Fruit
Part of plant/stage of process:
High in fibre, both the pulp and the nut of baru are edible. Floury in texture, the pulp is used to prepare cakes and breads, while the nut has to be roasted prior to consumption. Milk and oil are also extracted from the nut, which is also used to make liqueurs.
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