Mangoes, pineapples, and bananas are the most popular fruits in the Philippines, along with numerous other crops like green beans, morning glory. This Asian country also has a long list of locally grown, exotic produce. It is much more climate-adapted and tastier than the majority of European fruits and vegetables that you find in stores. When in season, you can find a lot of the native goods in stalls along the roadsides. Below we’ve listed 15 delicious vegetables native to the Philippines

About 1800 years ago, the Incas domesticated potatoes. This was long before farmers substantially grew potatoes in South America. The conquering Spaniards discovered potatoes and brought them into Europe in the second part of the 16th century. 

Potatoes were a significant crop in Ireland by the end of the 17th century, and in Germany and the western regions of England by the end of the 18th century. People consume potatoes whole or mashed, as cooked vegetables. Some process these vegetables into potato flour, which they use in baking and to thicken sauces. Additionally, Filipinos frequently roast their potatoes.

第6話 - 6. Patatas – Potato