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Litchi

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About

Litchi is a tropical fruit native to China. It is a small, round fruit with a thin, leathery red skin and a sweet, white flesh. The flesh is juicy and has a unique flavor that is both sweet and tart. Litchi is a popular snack in many parts of the world and is often eaten fresh or used in desserts and drinks. It is also a good source of vitamins and minerals.

Macronutrients Breakdown

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Proteins

0.8
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Fats

16.5
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Carbs

0.4
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Fibre

1.3

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Recipe

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Ingredients

fresh litchi, peeled and pitted

2 cups

sugar

1/4 cup

water

1/4 cup

lemon juice

2 tablespoons

ground cardamom

1/4 teaspoon

ground cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon

ground nutmeg

1/4 teaspoon

ground ginger

1/4 teaspoon

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Directions

Step 1:

In a medium saucepan, combine the litchi, sugar, water, and lemon juice.

Step 2:

Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally.

Step 3:

Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 4:

Add the cardamom, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Stir to combine.

Step 5:

Simmer for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6:

Remove from heat and let cool.

Step 7:

Serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy!

Did you know?

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How many users have tracked it?

We've got some serious foodies in our community! 22263 users have chowed down on Litchi a whopping 52077 times.

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Where was it consumed the most?

Hungry much? These cities certainly are! Kolkata, Delhi, Lucknow, Chandigarh, Mumbai are the top 5 cities gobbling up Litchi like there's no tomorrow.

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When was it eaten the most?

When it comes to Litchi, our users are head over heels in june, but the interest cools down in marchapriloctober.

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Who preferred this food the most?

It's official: Litchi is the food of choice for 24-27 female, with people of >40 BMI also on board.

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