What is fruta curuba?

Fruta curuba, also known as banana passionfruit, is a fruit native to South America and widely cultivated in Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and other tropical countries. It is a type of passionfruit that has a yellow-orange skin and is larger than a regular passionfruit. The pulp is orange in color and has a sweet and tangy taste.

Fruta curuba is rich in vitamins A and C, as well as iron, potassium, and calcium. It has anti-inflammatory properties and can be enjoyed fresh, as a juice, or used in a variety of desserts and dishes.

The fruit is harvested when it is fully mature but still firm, and it can be stored in a cool place for up to a week. It is usually eaten raw, either by scooping out the pulp with a spoon or by cutting the fruit in half and eating it like a regular passionfruit.

Fruta curuba is also used to make jams, jellies, and other sweet treats. In Colombia, it is commonly used in desserts such as cheesecake and meringue pies.