Soust

Soust, also known as soursop, is the fruit of the Annona muricata tree. This tropical fruit is native to the Americas and is now cultivated in many tropical and subtropical regions worldwide. The soust tree is a small, evergreen tree that can grow up to 20 feet tall. The fruit itself is large, oval-shaped, and typically green when unripe, turning yellow or pale green when mature. Its exterior is covered in soft, fleshy spines.

The pulp of the soust fruit is white, creamy, and fibrous, with a distinctive sweet and tart flavor often described as a combination of strawberry, pineapple, and citrus. It contains numerous black, inedible seeds. Soust is commonly consumed fresh, juiced, or used in desserts like ice cream, sorbets, and pastries. It is also used in traditional medicine in various cultures.

Nutritionally, soust is a good source of vitamin C and dietary fiber. It also contains some B vitamins and minerals. While popular for its taste and potential health benefits, scientific research into many of its purported medicinal properties is still ongoing. The tree and its fruit have cultural significance in many regions where it is grown.