Scientific name: Pouteria lucuma
Fruit with a pleasant flavor considered the gold of the Incas. It is a nutritious fruit rich in antioxidants. Contains vitamins B1, B2 and niacin, as well as minerals such as iron, calcium, phosphorus and beta-carotene
It is a highly appreciated ingredient in Peruvian gastronomy, it is used to make ice creams, smoothies, cakes, mousses, sauces and other desserts. It can also be found in the form of lucuma powder, which is used as a natural sweetener in various recipes.