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Prickly Pear

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Prickly Pear

Prickly pear (Opuntia ficus-indica) grown in the Mediterranean basin. This small ovoid-shaped fruit measures 5 to 8 cm in length and is easily identifiable by the fine spines covering its fairly thick green skin. The coral or red-colored pulp is juicy and fragrant, with a subtle floral aroma and a soft, delicately sweet flavor.

Key information

  • Origin Tunisia
  • Product type Exotic fruit
  • Varieties Opuntia ficus-indica
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Origin

Tunisia

Product type

Exotic fruit

Varieties

  • Opuntia ficus-indica

Characteristics

  • Ovoid shape 5-8 cm long
  • Green skin covered with fine spines
  • Juicy coral or red pulp
  • Subtle floral aroma
  • Soft and delicately sweet flavor
  • Carbohydrate content: 8 g per 100 g
  • Carbohydrates consisting of 90% glucose
  • Consumed peeled

Physical characteristics

Length 5-8 cm
Skin color Green
Pulp color Coral or red
Carbohydrate content 8 g/100g
Glucose >90%
Prickly pear (Opuntia ficus-indica) grown in the Mediterranean basin. This small ovoid-shaped fruit measures 5 to 8 cm in length and is easily identifiable by the fine spines covering its fairly thick green skin. The coral or red-colored pulp is juicy and fragrant, with a subtle floral aroma and a soft, delicately sweet flavor.

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