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Persimmon
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A bright orange fruit shaped somewhat like a tomato, there are two types of persimmons - those that are astringent and those that are non-astringent. Sweet persimmon are the most popular and are often referred to as Fuji fruit. They are crispy to eat with a soft sweet flavour.

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Category: Fruit
In Season:
To Buy:
Buy from greengrocers or some Asian delis.
To Store:
Once ripe, will keep for a few days before starting to lose crispness.
Tips & Tricks:
Eat plain and crunchy, like an apple or chill, cut in half and eat with a spoon.
Cooking Tips:
The flesh may be used in salads, added to yoghurt, used in cakes, muffins or pancake mix. Puree the pulp and add cream cheese, orange juice, a teaspoon of honey and a pinch of sea salt for an unusual dressing.

Nutrition per 1 Unit:

Weight (grams):
168
Carbohydrates, g:
27.0
Protein (g):
1.0
Saturated Fat, g :
0.0
Vitamin A:
Vitamin C:
Salicylates:
Moderate
Energy (kJ):
502
Fibre, g:
Fat (g):
0.4
Monosaturated Fat , g:
0.0
Vitamin B2:
Amines:
Low
Glutamates:
n/a

Benefits the Following Health Conditions:*

High Blood Cholesterol
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* This information is sourced by a qualified naturopath. It is non prescriptive and not intended as a cure for the condition. Recommended intake is not provided. It is no substitute for the advice and treatment of a professional practitioner.

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