This winter fruit is an underrated treat.
As long as pecans andpeaches have been able to growin the South, so have persimmons.
But what do persimmons taste like?
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Here’s everything you gotta know about persimmons.
What Are Persimmons?
These fruits come in multiple varieties, primarily stemming originally from Asia.
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There are two main types of Asian persimmons: Fuyu and Hachiya.
Hachiya persimmons are oval-shaped and colored in a bright blood-orange shade.
These are best when left to ripen until incredibly soft, with the interior turning almost pudding-like.
Fuyu persimmons feature a squat shape with flat bottoms and are more of a true light orange shade.
These don’t require waiting until quite as soft as Hachiya persimmons.
(Slightly squishy suffices.)
How Can I Tell If A Persimmon Is Ripe?
Both types of persimmons can be placed in a paper bag on the kitchen counter to ripen more quickly.
What Do Persimmons Taste Like?
They’ll feel dense and heavy for their size.
The taste is mild with a honey-like flavor.
How Do You Eat Persimmons?
(Use a sieve to avoid any leftover stems or seeds.)
Expect subtlepumpkin-like flavorand moistness whenadded to cookies, cakes, puddings, and other treats.
Persimmons pair deliciously with spices like cinnamon and nutmeg.
Persimmons are very high in vitamins (like riboflavin, magnesium, and thiamin) and have antioxidant properties.
One persimmon contains a majority of the recommended daily intake of vitamin A. American Heart Association.Persimmons Pack Plenty Of Nutritional Punch.
