Açaí

Açai (pronounced ah-sigh-EE) is a small, round, dark purple fruit that grows in clusters on the açaí palm tree. It's native to the rainforests of Central and South America, and is a staple food for indigenous people in the region.  Taste and texture: Açai has an earthy taste with notes of chocolate, blackberry, or raspberry  It has a tartness from its high acidity content The texture is granular before blending, and creamy after Health benefits: Açai is high in antioxidants, which may help prevent cell damage and disease.  Some studies suggest that açai may be helpful for people with prostate cancer. Preparation: Açai can be purchased frozen, dried, as juice, or as powder To make an açai bowl, you can blend frozen açai with milk, yogurt, and fruit You can also add granola, cereal, coconut, nut or seed butter, or nuts and seeds