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Avocado Peat is a Jamaican fruit which refers to a smooth round, glossy green fruits whose flesh is deep green near the skin, becoming yellowish nearer the single large, inedible ovoid seed. The flesh is hard when harvested but softens to a buttery texture.

Apricot Kernel Oil refers to an oil produced from the kernels of the apricot pit. However, Apricot Kernels are poisonous until roasted just like bitter almonds.

Ashure refers to a Turkish pudding made from cereals, dried and fresh fruits, nuts, sugar, and spices. Ashure is also referred to as "Noah's Pudding".

Armut is the Turkish word for "pear".

Aa-roo is the Indian word for "Peach", a fruit which is used to make Indian Aaroo Chat .

Abgusht refers to the Persian stew with lamb and vegetables.