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Rambutan


Closely related and similar looking to the lychee nut. The rambutan have a soft spiny exterior shell. Rambutan are eaten fresh or canned.
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Substitute for rambutan

lychee nuts, fresh or canned

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Nutrition Facts
(USDA#9301)
Serving Size
1 cup, drained (150 grams)
Calories
123
Total Fat
0g
  Saturated Fat
0g
Cholesterol
0mg
Sodium
17mg
Potassium
63mg
Total Carbohydrates
31g
  Dietary Fiber
1g
  Sugars
0g
Protein
1g
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amfalco
2/11/2010
Peel outer shell from Fruit and slice. They are tasty and the color is similar to magenta.  Serve cold. 


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