![]() ![]() ![]() Wondering how exactly you can say the fruits in Tagalog? We got you covered. Sometimes, fresh coconut or kalamansi water (Pinoy version of lemon water) is served instead of plain-old water too! ![]() Aside from the chilled locals’ sweets and pastries, fruits are more commonly served like bananas, pineapples, mangoes, and watermelon. Traditionally, fruits are eaten after a full course or a “ salu-salo” since it has always been deemed that sweets are the perfect way to end a meal. The most popular ones are known as “burong mangga” or pickled green mangoes and the traditional “atchara” made of green papaya. Aside from mangoes, the Philippines also exports dried pineapples, coconut strips, bananas, and soursop, while other fruits are also preserved to make “atchara” or pickled condiments or side dishes (and sometimes eaten as it is!). There are days when these plants or trees will just bear too many fruits which is why the locals are constantly looking for ways not to put the excess to waste.Īnd this is where dried fruits started. If you will visit the provinces, you will be surprised that almost all families have their own version of a backyard farm where they grow fruits and vegetables for day-to-day consumption. There is no doubt that the country is blessed with rich soil perfect for cultivating tropical fruits. For instance, they also have a local version of grapes, strawberry, cherry, and plum which are usually cultivated in cold places. First, let me just clarify that the Filipino word for fruits or fruit is “prutas” or “mga prtuas.” Contrary to common belief, the Philippines actually has different types of fruits even if the weather is pretty different. In fact, in 2009, the Philippines officially got the Guinness World Records for having the heaviest mango in the world!Īmazing, right? However, there is still so much more than the country has to offer, and this is what we will discuss further in this post. In fact, the locals took care of their trees and have added specific approaches to ensure that they will stay sweet and juicy. Since there is an abundance on the number of mango trees in the country, Filipinos have made it a point to always upgrade it beyond just being some fruit. They also have different varieties of it which also offer distinct tastes- the most popular ones are Carabao mango, Piko, Katchamita, and Pahutan! Whenever we think about our Filipino friends, one of the most usual “pasalubong” or souvenirs they usually give out are the most loved Philippine mangoes! Aside from the fact that it is considered the national fruits of the country, the mangoes harvested in the country is considered the sweetest one in the world. Get to know more about their most common fruits in Tagalog language in today’s post so that you can impress your Filipino friends and colleagues in no time! The Philippines is not only the home to some of the best beaches in the world, but it is actually also boasting a number of unique fruits you can only find in this Tropical country. ![]()
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