ingredient stalker: what is dragon fruit?

Here's a short video about how to select and prepare Dragon Fruit (火龙果, hǔo lóng gǔo), a funny looking fruit that doesn't get the attention it deserves! You can buy Dragon Fruit at specialty grocery stores or Asian markets. When selecting, pick firm dragon fruits with a bright red peel color and green (not brown) tips. It has a sharp, sweet taste kind of like a kiwi-- great for salads and salsas. 

Comments

[Cocina Cook]

Where could I get this interesting fruit? It sounds like it has many possibilities not only in Asian recipes, but much more! I don't think I've seen it in my local Kroger.

[Kuo]

I used to eat dragonfruit all the time when I lived in Thailand. My mom adds to curries sometimes but I like to eat it plain. I heard it's an aphrodisiac. Not so sure about that tho :)

[Michelle]

Those have always looked intimidating to me. I saw these for sale at Dean and Deluca when I was in D.C. I had no idea they looked so tasty inside. I wonder if they would make a good sorbet?

[Tanya Harding]

I wonder if you can mash them up!!!!

[fruity]

Where can I buy these? I want one! They look crazy. I like the video.

[Ashley Harville]

This is great you guys! Everything sounds so delicious! Can't wait until the cook book comes out!

[ccoy]

fun site!