Some facts about the Snake Fruit Salak

If you’re wondering why Snake fruit is called this way, you should first take a look at a photo of it. The interesting thing about it is that once you perform a quick search of it on the Internet, you will be directed to various results which fall under the name “Salak”. This is the word for the Snake fruit in the native language of the regions in Indonesia and Malaysia where this fruit can be originall found.

In fact, the Snake fruit Salak grows in a kind of palm tree typical to that geographical area, consisting in 6 meters long leaves and a generally short stem. As interesting as the palm tree looks, the Snake fruit Salak itself is even more interesting because of its exterior. It won’t be a big surprise to know that this fruit looks as if it was wrapped in snake skin considering its name.

Snake Fruit Skin

The Snake fruit Salak itself tastes very similar to an apple, involving a lot of acids and a general sweet and sour taste that makes it very fresh and tasty. The color of the Snake fruit Salak is represented by reddish-brown which is an extra criteria that provides it with a look that is very similar to snake skin at a first glance.

Snake Fruit Salak Tree

On the other hand, the Snake fruit Salak has a particular way of growing which is represented by clusters that can be found at the base of the palm trees. You can actually peel the snake skin-like exterior of the fruit by starting at the tip of it. This way, you will be able to enjoy the Snake fruit Salak in its bes taste. Once you will take the skin off, you will notice the fact that the fruit is split into four lobes that are very similar to the way in which garlic looks like.