Rambutan
Specialty produce is subject to availability
Rambutan (Nephelium lappaceum), a tropical fruit native to the Malayan archipelago belongs to the family Sapindaceae. The word rambutan is derived from the Malay word rambut meaning "hair", a reference to the numerous hairy protuberances of the fruit. The hairy fruit, often red but sometimes yellow, when peeled open, reveals a sweet, white flesh, clinging to a woody seed. Singapore is the largest importer of rambutans worldwide.

Storage
» Store in the coldest area of the cooler, preferably in a dark area with good humidity.

Handling
» Follow good rotation practices, first shipments received should be used first.
» Shelf life should range from 5 – 7 days
» Handle with care, do not drop product
» Avoid placing quinces on non-sanitized kitchen counter tops to help prevent the potential for cross contamination.
» Always limit the time the product is out of refrigeration.

Preparation
» Prep fresh daily as needed. Try not to carry over prepped product from the previous day
» Store prepped product immediately into refrigeration (covered) upon completion of the prep.