Persimmon
Rich in minerals
Source of vitamin C
Delicious as a snack
The Persimmon, full name Diospyros kaki, which stands for ”Divine Kaki” is the name of this oriental fruit.
Khaki is shaped like an apple and peach and has a remarkably smooth soft skin.
The fruit grows on a tree that can reach 10 meters in height. The tree produces beautiful flowers from May till June.
The fruit is so incredibly unique in taste and texture that it is perfect to pair with cold and hot dishes.
Origin
The oriental fruit is thought to have originated in Southeast Asia. (China, Japan and Korea)
This fruit has a rich history as it has been used for more than 2,000 years. Mainly in Chinese medicine science.
Nowadays, persimmon is widely cultivated as its popularity has increased immensely.
This is because of its unique taste, texture and health benefits.
Taste
The persimmon fruit is a tropical fruit with a mildly sweet mild flavor.
The taste varies greatly with ripeness.
The texture of the persimmon is best compared to that of a mango but less stringy.
Because of its taste and texture, this fruit is perfect to add to various healthy recipes.
Store
This fruit is a variety that rots quickly. Therefore, always make sure you keep the fruit refrigerated.
You can keep the fruit refrigerated for about 3 days. If you want to keep it longer, you can remove the skin and freeze the flesh.
The tastiest thing, of course, is to eat them right after you buy them.
Benefits
Boosts your immune system
Good for digestive health
Rich in phytochemicals
Helps to lower cholesterol
Contains a lot of minerals
Read the explanation of the health benefits here
