Asam kelubi
Asam Kelubi (pronunciation: /ˈɑːsɑːm kɛˈluːbiː/) is a tropical fruit native to Southeast Asia, particularly in Malaysia and Indonesia. It is scientifically known as Eleiodoxa conferta, belonging to the family Arecaceae.
Etymology
The term "Asam Kelubi" is derived from the Malay language, where "Asam" translates to "sour" and "Kelubi" is the local name for the fruit. The scientific name, Eleiodoxa conferta, is derived from Greek, where "Eleio" means "oil" and "doxa" means "glory", referring to the oily texture of the fruit.
Description
Asam Kelubi is a small, round fruit with a diameter of about 2-3 cm. It has a rough, brownish skin and a soft, juicy pulp inside. The fruit is known for its sour taste, which is why it is often used in cooking, especially in traditional Malay and Indonesian dishes.
Culinary Uses
Asam Kelubi is often used as a flavoring agent in various dishes due to its sour taste. It is commonly used in sambal, a spicy condiment used in Southeast Asian cuisine. The fruit is also used in rendang, a spicy meat dish from Indonesia.
Medicinal Uses
In traditional medicine, Asam Kelubi is used to treat various ailments. The fruit is believed to have anti-inflammatory properties and is used to treat conditions like rheumatism and arthritis. It is also used as a digestive aid and to treat coughs and colds.
Related Terms
- Eleiodoxa: A genus of flowering plants in the family Arecaceae.
- Arecaceae: A family of perennial flowering plants in the monocot order Arecales.
- Sambal: A hot sauce or paste typically made from a mixture of a variety of chili peppers with secondary ingredients such as shrimp paste, fish sauce, garlic, ginger, shallot, scallion, palm sugar, lime juice, and rice vinegar or other vinegars.
- Rendang: A spicy meat dish which originated in Indonesia, especially the ethnic group of Minangkabau people.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Asam kelubi
- Wikipedia's article - Asam kelubi
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