The jicama is a root vegetable native to Central America and mainly Mexico. It is part of the Fabaceae family and grows on a climbing plant. This vegetable has a unique shape that reminds us of a spinning top.
TARGET CUSTOMER : ASIAN & HISPANIC
PALLETIZING :
56
PLU:
4626
OPTIMAL TEMPERATURE FOPR CONSERVATION :
6 - 8 °C
NUTRITIONAL VALUE
The Jicama is high in carbohydrates. It is composed of 86–90% water. It is also a good source of vitamin C.
HOW TO EAT IT
The flesh is juicy, crunchy and sweet, with a slight chestnut taste. It can be eaten raw in a salad or cooked like a potato. In Mexico, it is sliced and lime juice, salt, chili powder and coriander are added to it, and that's it!
Canadawide est une entreprise dirigée par la famille Pitsikoulis depuis sa création en 1983. Sans jamais oublier ses racines, l’entreprise a su croître et se tailler une solide réputation sur le marché tout en conservant un mode de gestion familiale.