{"id":44389,"date":"2026-09-24T23:41:49","date_gmt":"2026-09-24T23:41:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/new50.info\/?p=44389"},"modified":"2026-09-24T23:41:49","modified_gmt":"2026-09-24T23:41:49","slug":"my-neighbor-gave-me-these-strange-fruits-does-anyone-know-what-they-are","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/new50.info\/?p=44389","title":{"rendered":"My Neighbor Gave Me These Strange Fruits &#8211; Does Anyone Know What They Are?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">At first glance, the strange dark fruits in the photo look almost prehistoric, with hard shells and sharp horn-like projections. They appear to be <strong>water caltrops<\/strong>, aquatic fruits from plants in the <em>Trapa<\/em> genus. Depending on the region, they may also be called buffalo nuts, bat nuts, devil\u2019s nuts, or singhara. Despite their intimidating appearance, they contain a pale, starchy edible kernel ins&#8230;<strong>Continue Reading<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\"><!--nextpage-->Water caltrops grow in ponds, lakes, marshes, and other slow-moving freshwater environments. Their hard exterior protects the seed, while the distinctive projections give them their unusual appearance. Once properly cooked, the edible center has a mild, slightly nutty flavor and a firm, starchy texture somewhat similar to a chestnut. In some cultures, they are eaten as snacks, added to dishes, or dried and ground into flour.<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">They should not be confused with Chinese water chestnuts, which are a completely different aquatic plant. Water caltrops also should not simply be washed and eaten raw. Because they grow in freshwater, proper identification, cleaning, and cooking are important. If someone gives you unfamiliar fruits like these, it is wise to ask where they came from and confirm that they are an edible species before preparing them.<\/p>\n<p>Once positively identified, water caltrops are traditionally boiled or steamed before their tough shells are carefully removed. The strange-looking exterior hides a surprisingly ordinary edible center that has been part of traditional diets for generations. Their unusual shape makes them fascinating, but the most important rule is simple: never eat an unfamiliar wild plant based only on a photograph\u2014confirm what it is first and prepare it properly.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>At first glance, the strange dark fruits in the photo look almost prehistoric, with hard shells and sharp horn-like projections. 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