These 15 Fruits and Veggies Did Not Originate it India
1. Potato - Originated from Andes Mountains in South America, specifically in the region that includes parts of modern-day Peru, Chile, and Bolivia.
2. Tomato - origin as a wild plant in the Americas it traces its origin to western South America, specifically in the area of modern-day Peru and Ecuador.
3. Cauliflower - originated in the eastern Mediterranean, specifically in the region that includes parts of modern-day Italy, Greece, and Turkey.
4. Red Chilli - originated in the Americas, specifically in the region that includes parts of modern-day Mexico, Central America, and South America.
5. Guava -has roots in South America. It was brought to Asia by the Portuguese traders and eventually made its way to India. In fact, in Malaysia, the guava is called “jambu portugis” as a nod to its Portuguese origin.
6. Lychee- One of India’s favorite summer fruits has its origins in China. Indians love the fruit so much that today India is the largest exporter of canned lychees in the world.
7. Pineapple - originated in South America, specifically in the region that includes parts of modern-day Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.
8. Tamarind - originated in tropical Africa, specifically in the region that includes parts of modern-day Sudan, Ethiopia, and Somalia.
9. Rajma or Kidney Bean - origin in field of Mexico and then to Europe. Brought in India by the Portuguese.
10. Pumpkin - It was brought to India by traders from Central America and Europe
11. Papaya - originated in Central America, specifically in the region that includes parts of modern-day Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.
12. Avocado - The avocado tree, a medium-sized evergreen in the laurel family, is native to the Americas and was first domesticated by Mesoamerican tribes over 5,000 years ago for its large and oily fruit.
13. Cashew Nut- these nuts actually hail from Brazil.
It was the Portuguese who brought them to Goa, where they have since become an indispensable part of the local cuisine.
14. Custard Apple - believed to have originated in the West Indies, later spreading to Africa in the 17th century.
15. Chikoo or Sapodilla - is native to Central America and southern Mexico. It is believed to have originated in the Yucatan Peninsula and was spread by the Mayans throughout the region.