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Step 1
Kaki PersimmonsLearn the difference between persimmon varieties. American persimmons are about 1- 1.5 inches in diameter and have a characteristic astringent bitterness when unripe. Ripe fruits, however, are sweet and quite edible. The Japanese Kaki Persimmon is larger in size, up to the width of a fist, and can be enjoyed when still mostly firm. It is lower in tannin content and thus loses its tartness quickly.
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Step 2
Persimmon treePick a persimmon, or several, from a tree or fruit seller's stand. American persimmons are ripe when they lose their bright orange color and turn darker. Find the ones that have just fallen to the ground, or gently shake the tree to loosen those almost ripe.
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Step 3
Allow persimmons to ripen for several days if they are still too firm or taste at all tart or make your mouth pucker.
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Step 4
Eat the persimmon like you would an apple, avoiding the seeds. Slice persimmon for addition to fruit salads, fruit trays and desserts.
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Step 5
Fruit cakesUse persimmon pieces as edible decoration on fruit tarts and decorative cakes.
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Step 6
Green SaladAdd persimmon pieces to a green salad and drizzle with olive oil or a vinaigrette dressing.









Comments
Inkling said
on 6/22/2008 All I ever wanted to know about persimmons I learned from WriterGig. Thanks!
Walkaboutangel said
on 3/24/2008 Thanks for this...
Angel