The litchi, also known as lychee, is a fruit that looks like a strawberry with alligator skin. Its delicious sweet flavor is likened to a fusion of strawberries, watermelon, and grapes. Find out how to peel lychees with step-by-step photos and try some litchi recipes, such as Litchi Cheesecake Flowers, Lychee Glazed Pork Chops, Lychee Barbecue Sauce, and more.

• Litchi / Lychee Recipes
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The French green beans (haricot vert) are best in this recipe. Bacon, onions, sweet red peppers, balsamic vinegar, and wine give a sweet and sour, smoky flavor to the beans. If you cannot find them fresh or frozen, use the thinnest green beans you can find. Roasted red peppers (your own or jarred) may be substituted for the fresh red bell pepper.

• Green Beans with Sweet Red Peppers (Haricot Vert) Recipe
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