How to peel a Dragon Fruit and its Health Benefits by Chef Kunal Kapur's generosity

This article has shared  How to peel a Dragon Fruit and its Health Benefits by Chef Kunal Kapur's generosity some of the health benefits of this unique fruit, as well as ways to cut it.

Dragon fruit looks exotic, tastes sweet, and is loaded with health-benefiting properties. This tropical fruit has grown in popularity in recent years. The pink scaly shell protects a white or red fleshy interior speckled with black seeds. Because its sweet flavour blends well with other ingredients, dragon fruit is commonly used in mocktails. It's also delicious in fruit bowls, chaat, smoothies, and dips. The most common problem people have with dragon fruit is that they don't know how to cut it. Do you have a similar problem? Not to worry. Chef Kunal Kapur is here to help. He demonstrates how to chop dragon fruit in an Instagram post. Let's get this party started.

Step 1: Cut off both the crown and the bottom of the dragon fruit. 

Step 2: Using a knife, cut the scaly outer layer from top to bottom. 

Step 3: Begin peeling the outer layer from where you made the cut. And you'll be surprised at how easily it comes out. 

Step 4: Remove the scaly outer layer to reveal the delicious fleshy dragon fruit. 

Step 5: Chop it further if desired, or add chunks of dragon fruit while grinding your smoothies and shakes. Though people primarily enjoy dragon fruit for its distinct appearance and flavour, research suggests that it may be a nutritional powerhouse.

Chef Kunal Kapur has also shared some of the fruit's health benefits. 

Dragon fruit contains few calories. You will not feel bloated after eating it because it is light on the stomach. It is high in dietary fibre, so it is not only good for the heart but also helps to maintain blood pressure and weight. Do you need an iron boost? Instead of supplements, eat this delicious fruit. Dragon fruit is a vibrantly coloured fruit that is high in phytonutrients and can provide you with a much-needed dose of antioxidants. It also helps with gut health.

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