Lintong fire crystal persimmon
Shaanxi is a large persimmon-producing province, and there are rich varieties of persimmons, such as fire crystal persimmons, pepper persimmons, four different persimmons, five-flowered persimmons, chicken heart yellow persimmons, etc. Among them, the fire crystal persimmon planted in Xi'an is famous all over the country, and it is named because of the fiery red skin after ripening. Huojing persimmons are mainly produced in Lintong, and when the persimmons are ripe in autumn, the fruits are hanging all over the branches, and there is the beauty of "autumn light plain in this mountain".
The fire crystal persimmon is small and round, and when pinched it is slightly soft, it is ripe and ready for consumption. The flesh of the fire crystal persimmon is smooth and juicy, and it is sweet but not astringent. The price of Huojing persimmon is generally about 4 yuan per catty, and it is one of the fruits commonly eaten by local residents in autumn.
Although the output of fire crystal persimmon is large, the texture is soft and easy to break after ripening, and it is difficult to transport and export in large quantities. Fire crystal persimmons are more difficult to store than kiwifruit, so it is recommended to choose persimmons that are hard and not ripe, carefully packed, and more secure when carrying them remotely.
In addition, the hoarfrost on the persimmon is not a preservative, but the glucose in the pulp, which penetrates into the surface in the process of the persimmon temporarily turning into a persimmon without sunlight and air, and forms a layer of white frosting because it does not absorb water, so it can be eaten with confidence.
Where to buy: roadside fruit stalls, fruit shops, major supermarkets
