5 fruits and vegetables from Reunion Island that are little-known in mainland France. Breadfruit is not eaten raw but only steamed, baked, sautéed in strips or dice, gratin, puree, or even fried then simmered in a curry with meat.
Tamarind is present in all the island's markets, often prepared in syrup, artisanal sweets, jam and fresh juice. The word “brèdes” brings together all the tender edible leaves and stems of certain plants often picked in the wild.