The Difference Between Red and White Pitaya
1. Different Prices
The price of red pitaya is more expensive than that of white pitaya. On one hand, it's due to the fruit itself: red pitaya on the market is generally imported from Vietnam, which has high costs; and currently, the supply is low. It is estimated that in about another half a month, local red pitaya will be available in large quantities, and the price will definitely go down then. On the other hand, consumers are no longer satisfied with common fruit varieties, and high-end imported fruits like red pitaya are increasingly favored. Consumers have greater trust in the food safety and quality of imported fruits.
2. Different Nutritional Value
In addition to its superior taste, the nutritional value of red pitaya is much higher than that of white pitaya. Dark-colored fruits like red pitaya generally have a higher content of carotene, and carotene is one of the most effective antioxidants against free radicals, which helps improve immunity and protect the fibrous part of the eye lens.
How to Select Red Pitaya
1. Look at the Color
The redder the surface of the pitaya, the riper it is. The green parts should be bright; if they are withered and yellow, it means the pitaya is not fresh.
2. Feel the Weight
When selecting, you should lift and compare several of them. Choose the heaviest one. The heavier it is, the more juicy and full the flesh is. Therefore, when buying pitaya, you should weigh each red pitaya with your hand and choose the heaviest ones.
3. Look at the Shape
Choose plump and shorter red pitayas, not thin and long ones, as those are not sweet, have less moisture, and don't taste good.
4. Check the Ripeness
Do not pick those that are overripe or too unripe, as they are not tasty. You can gently squeeze and press it. If it is very soft, it means the pitaya is overripe; if it is very hard and cannot be pressed, it means the pitaya is still raw. It is best to choose one that is moderately soft and hard.
5. Check the Smoothness of the Skin
When selecting red pitaya, the smoother the skin, the fresher it is, and the better the flesh will taste.
6. Check the Root
Before selecting a red pitaya, carefully observe its root for any rot. The root of a fresh and delicious pitaya should not be rotten.