Golden and shiny persimmons always whet the appetite, but if you buy an astringent persimmon, how do you usually deal with it? The methods below might help you.
Warm Water Soaking Method. Astringent persimmons can be soaked in warm water, with the water temperature and soaking time depending on the ripeness of the fruit. For unripe, green persimmons, soak them in water at body temperature for 18 hours. If the skin is yellow, soak them in water at 20°C~25°C for 15~16 hours. Note that the water temperature should be kept constant by changing the water regularly. Persimmons treated with this method cannot be stored for long.
Fruit Mixing Method. Place the astringent persimmons in a sealed container with a small amount of ripe fruits like apples, pears, or kiwis. They will become astringent-free in 4-5 days at room temperature. This method gives the fruit a special aroma.
Sealing and Ripening Method. Seal the astringent persimmons in a container. They will become astringent-free in 3-5 days at a temperature of 20°C~25°C.
Spraying Alcohol Method. Layer the astringent persimmons in a sealed container and spray a certain amount of alcohol (10ml of 35% alcohol per 1kg of persimmons). They will become astringent-free in 5-6 days at a sealed temperature of 18°C~25°C.