Lichi

or lychee nut or litchi nut or less commonly lichee nut : the small, oval to roundish fruit of a Chinese tree ( Litchi chinensis) of the soapberry family having a rough or warty, yellow, pink, or reddish leathery rind and sweet to slightly acidic usually whitish edible flesh that surrounds a single large seed Note: The lychee, grown commercially in tropical and subtropical regions, is a type of fruit called a drupe, and its edible flesh is the fruit's aril.

• Ingredients: Lychee, base spirit, sweetener • Proof: 36–42 • ABV: 18–21% • Calories in a 1 1/2-ounce shot: • Origin: France, Netherlands • Taste: Sweet, fruity • Serve: cocktails, shots How Is Lychee Liqueur Made? The lychee nut is a tropical Asian fruit that's native to China and cultivated elsewhere in the world today. Also called an alligator strawberry, the nut has a strawberry shape and bumpy red outer shell that protects the sweet, sticky, white fruit that holds a seed. That little white globe of fleshy fruit is the object of desire in food and drinks. Popular Brands Ever since lychee liqueur gained a greater showcase in the modern bar, many brands have come and gone. Some lychee liqueurs are only available in certain countries, while others (primarily from big liquor companies) enjoy global distribution. Brands like Giffard, Kwai Feh, and Soho are the easiest to find, especially in the U.S. Don't hesitate to pick up an unfamiliar brand because there are some great surprises that are an absolute delight to drink.

What Is Lychee Fruit? In Asia, the lychee fruit is prized for its greater proportion of flesh to peel and is most often eaten on its own. Also called a lychee nut, the fruit is comprised of three layers: the reddish husk, white flesh, and brown seed. Although the exterior looks leathery and tough, it's very easy to remove using just your fingers. This will reveal a white interior with a glossy sheen and firm texture, similar to a grape. The Spruce Eats / Julie Bang How to Use Lychee To prepare a lychee, remove the husk and the stone. If you are simply eating the lychees out of hand, you can place the entire white ball of flesh in your mouth and then spit out the seed. Your thumbnail works best for piercing open the bumpy outer "alligator skin." Once you uncover the fruit, gently peel the skin back, similar to the technique used to peel an orange. The skin of a ripe lychee should pierce easily and slide off almost effortlessly. If you're preparing lychee for use in a recipe, peel the fruit, then carefully score it in half to reveal the stone or seed. Next, open up the two halves of the fruit; the seed should stick to one side, similar to an avocado. Use your finger and thumb to pinch and slightly dig under the other side of the stone to remove the seed. Ripe lychee should expel its seed quite easily, but don't worry if the fruit tears a little in the process. Roxiller / Getty Images What Does It Taste Like? The flavor of lychee fruit is described in a few different ways. So...

La presencia del lichi en México se dio a finales del siglo XIX twitter: Adrián Con propiedades antioxidantes y antiinflamatorias, el lichi ha gozado de gran fama en los últimos años por los beneficios que brinda y aunque también se le ha señalado por supuestos inconvenientes, lo cierto es que su consumo es seguro. De acuerdo con la información proporcionada por el Gobierno de México, la llegada del lichi a México se dio a finales del siglo XIX, cuando, por causa de los problemas sociales y económicos presentados en China, llegaran aproximadamente 500 chinos con contratos temporales para poder trabajar en los ferrocarriles. En aquel entonces, Sinaloa fue uno de los estados en el que se establecieron más chinos y que comenzaron a cultivar en dichas tierras, en la actualidad el estado es el sexto productor de la fruta a nivel nacional. Durante la década de los 70s y 80s fue que su producción se habría establecido comercialmente y el cultivo expandido por todo el país. Es un fruto perteneciente a la familia de las sapindáceas, con piel escamosa la cual alberga en su interior una semilla de aspecto leñoso y brillante cubierta por una pulpa blanca de sabor muy dulce, por lo que s e le considera como una fruta muy fresca y su temporada se da entre los meses de julio y agosto, según la información de Larousse Cocina. A pesar de que medios nacionales e internaciones comenzaron a reportar muertes por el consumo de la fruta, comer lichis es totalmente seguro. De acuerdo con los estu...

Lychee is a tropical fruit with potential health benefits. It’s an excellent source of vitamin C and antioxidants. It may also have anti-inflammatory and cardioprotective qualities, among other things. Keep reading to learn more about the health benefits of lychee fruit, including its nutritional profile. Share on Pinterest Taylor Weidman/Bloomberg via Getty Images Lychees are the fruit of the evergreen tree Litchi chinensis, which grows in tropical and sub-tropical regions. China is the primary producer of the fruit, followed by India. The history and cultivation of lychees go back as far as Lychee fruits have a tough inedible skin that is red or pink when ripe. The pale edible flesh inside surrounds an inedible brown seed. People know Litchi chinensis by • litchi • lychee nut • leechee • Chinese cherry The fruit has a sweet floral flavor, and people typically eat it fresh or canned. Manufacturers use lychee to make ice creams, juice, and sauces. It is also available in some Asian supermarkets in dried form. Nutrition Per 100 g of lychee Calories 66 Protein 0.83 g Fat 0.44 g Carbohydrate 16.5 g Fiber 1.3 g Vitamin C 71.5 mg 100 g of lychee contains Lychee also contains smaller amounts of B vitamins and minerals such as magnesium and potassium. Fresh lychee is a healthy choice to include towards the two cups of fruit per day that the Consuming lychee canned in syrup, lychee juice, or lychee desserts, however, may take someone over the A • antioxidant • anti-diabetic • anti...

Nutrition Facts Servings: 1 Amount per serving Calories 254 % Daily Value* Total Fat 1g 1% Saturated Fat 0g 1% Cholesterol 0mg 0% Sodium 3mg 0% Total Carbohydrate 40g 14% Dietary Fiber 3g 11% Total Sugars 36g Protein 2g Vitamin C 171mg 854% Calcium 14mg 1% Iron 1mg 4% Potassium 416mg 9% *The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. For the Lychee Liqueur: • 2 cups lychee fruit, about 380 grams • 1 lime, zested • 375 milliliters vodka, about 1 1/2 cups • 1 cup simple syrup For the Lychee Syrup: • 1 cup sugar • 1 cup water • 1/2 cup peeled and pitted lychee fruit For the Cocktail: • 1 1/2 ounces vodka • 1 1/2 ounces lychee liqueur, or lychee syrup • 1 splash lime juice • Pitted lychee, for garnish • Fresh lycheesare often available in the summer months and take a little preparation. You will need to • For the finished liqueur, you will need a bottle or jar that holds at least 3 cups. It's a great way to recycle 750-milliliters liquor bottles. • Test your liqueur after mixing in the syrup. It should be slightly sweet and have a soft lychee flavor. If it's not sweet enough, add more syrup in small amounts. Shake and test it with each new addition until it suits your taste. • If you find that the liqueur is lacking both sweetness and fruit flavor, make a lychee syrup and add it instead of plain syrup. • Use your liqueur in You can also make a lychee martini with aly...