Dried Wax Apple from Taiwan

100 gram bag - Taiwan

Wax apples, also known as Syzygium samarangense, are a tropical fruit native to Southeast Asia and widely cultivated in Taiwan, where they're locally called 蓮霧 (lián wù). And they are not related to apples at all, except in name.

These "apples" are bell- or pear-shaped with a smooth, glossy skin that resembles wax, which gives the fruit its name. 

The most common varieties in Taiwan are deep red or purplish-red, though they can also be pink, green, or white depending on the type. 

The flesh is light, crisp, and very juicy—somewhat like a watery apple or melon—with a mildly sweet, refreshing flavor and subtle floral notes. 

Taiwan’s warm, subtropical climate is ideal for growing wax apples, especially in southern regions such as Pingtung, Tainan, and Kaohsiung. Wax apples are usually eaten fresh and chilled, often with a sprinkle of salt, plum powder, or chili powder. These fruits are considered a delicacy by many. 

Zip open the package and get a waft of a unique smell. The pieces are all different in shape and size and the taste is kinda like apple but not. The chew is easy with chewiness. It has fun chew!