Estudio e identificación de las frutas de la provincia de Zamora Chinchipe, y su aplicabilidad culinaria tradicional como aporte histórico de la Zona 7

Abstract

Abstract: This research work aims to study and identify the fruits of the province of Zamora Chinchipe, as a historical contribution to zone 7. The research carried out is qualitative and historical-logical type, stratified sampling was applied where 195 participated people randomly divided into age strata from 25 to 64 years. It was used as data collection instruments, the survey and the interview that allowed us to investigate depth on the fruits. With the information obtained it was possible to learn about fruits native and introduced species cultivated in this province, their main characteristics, as well as the customs and traditions related to these; This information will be reflected in the catalog, which is expected to be a source of information for future research. In that same aspect, a gastronomic proposal was developed based on a native fruit, such as contribution to gastronomic tourism in the province and to the revaluation of cultural heritage.