There is nothing to mar the perfection of this fruit, unless it be that the juice from the rind forms an indelible stain on a white napkin.” Hard black seeds are found in each mangosteen segment.

Add mangosteen juice to a citrus jelly or granita or serve the fruit segments in a fresh fruit salad. Lemongrass syrup, camomile and lemon juice all work well with mangosteen. Thai cooks also use ...