So I see this pod looking thing all the time on the fruit carts in Pachacamac. Sometimes they are huge, other times they are the size seen here (and caught on camera in the Metro, LOL).
But I have no idea what it is…it looks like some giant pea pod or a cactus…
Is it a fruit? Or is it a vegetable?
05/16/2012
RedandGonzo
Red and Gonzo 
6 responses to “What is this fruit?”
Gaby
May 16th, 2012 at 20:33
I think it’s called Inga…. it has black seeds, surrounded by a white fluffy surrounding skin
RedandGonzo
May 16th, 2012 at 22:47
Thank you!! Is it sweet?
Victor
September 19th, 2012 at 08:17
the name of the fruit is Pacae and the white flesh of that fruit is like cotton candy.- It has inside a black seed,
RedandGonzo
September 19th, 2012 at 12:22
Thank you! Is it safe to assume it is sweet? And do you just it it plain, like right from the fruit or are there different dishes you can make with it?
Victor
September 20th, 2012 at 15:07
Yes It is sweet. inside the vain You will find a few pieces of white pulp, Inside the pulp there are black seeds. I do not know anyone who make dishes with it. Maybe if you are innovative would be the first to do something delicious with it . Cut it by the middle open the vain and try it plain. Ask to the seller if the pacay you choose is ready to eat.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Inga_feuilleei
Victor
September 20th, 2012 at 15:12
You will see the beans in this blog.
http://www.ecuador-wonders.com/fresh-fruit.html