A CLOSER LOOK
How to recognize it
Common dried fruit has a thin brown shell and pale, fibrous, seed-filled interior. Fresh fruit is green; drying methods affect color.
In the kitchen
Broken fruit is infused in water; it also appears among the aromatics in Guangming squab braising liquid.
Whole dried fruit differs from purified extracts and blended tabletop sweeteners. Color and roasted flavor vary with processing.
Ask about this ingredient
这道菜里有罗汉果吗？
Does this dish contain Monk fruit (luo han guo)?
A few dishes to explore
These examples use this ingredient in typical or optional preparations. Open the dish to see the distinction; a restaurant’s recipe can differ.
