Persimmon: how to freeze persimmons in the freezer

How to choose the right persimmon

Choosing a tasty and ripe fruit is a responsible matter. At the same time, its shape should not be your guideline, since there are many varieties of persimmon, and their shape can differ significantly.

But what you should pay close attention to is the carpels and skin of the berry. The leaves must be dry and brown in color. The skin should be thin with small stripes, and the fruit itself should be soft to the touch.

The most popular varieties of persimmons are kinglet, shakhinya and sharon.

To learn how to choose the right ripe and sweet persimmon, watch the video from the channel “Examination of Things. OTK"

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Why do you freeze persimmons?

Everyone knows that sometimes the pulp of persimmons sticks in the mouth. This often happens in unripe fruits and is associated with the presence of tannin. Tannin in ripe berries is practically not felt.There is an opinion that eating unripe fruits, due to the presence of this tart substance, causes stomach upset. True, then you will have to eat more than one kilogram of persimmon.

But in any case, it is better to eat ripe sweet fruits. To rid persimmons of viscosity, you can freeze them in the freezer.

Another advantage of the process of freezing persimmons is the ability to preserve the fruits for a long time, and not just enjoy this healthy berry during the season.

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How to freeze persimmons in the freezer

Whole persimmon

The fruits are thoroughly washed under running water and dried with towels. It is very important that the berries are perfectly dry before freezing, since ice crystals forming on the surface can damage the fruit.

Each berry is placed in a separate plastic bag or tightly wrapped in several layers of cling film.

In this form, persimmons are sent to the frost. After just 12 hours, you will be able to enjoy the fruits, completely devoid of astringent taste.

Persimmon pieces

Persimmons can be frozen in small slices, and later this freezing can be used to prepare various desserts and baked goods.

So, wash and dry the fruits, just like in the previous recipe. Then cut the persimmon into 4 - 6 slices, removing the seeds.

Line a tray or container with cling film or cellophane and place the slices. Cover the top with a lid or film. To avoid the product absorbing foreign odors, use more than one layer of cling film.

Persimmon puree

An interesting way to freeze persimmons is in the form of puree. The fruits must be washed and then cut in half.The seeds are removed from each slice, and the pulp is scraped out with a dessert spoon and placed in a blender. Next, the persimmons are punched with a blender until smooth.

You can freeze the puree in disposable plastic cups or ice-freezing molds. After pre-freezing for 12 hours, the cubes of frozen puree are removed from the molds and transferred to bags or containers for further storage.

This preparation is very convenient to use as a filler for porridge or as an independent dessert dish.

How long to store and how to defrost frozen persimmons

You can store persimmons frozen for 10 to 12 months. Compliance with the temperature regime of -18ºС is mandatory.

Persimmon slices are used for baking without defrosting, and for dessert dishes the preparation must be kept at room temperature for several hours.

Puree is added to hot porridges in frozen form.

Whole persimmons can be thawed by placing them in an airtight bag. In this form, the frozen berries are placed in a bowl of warm water until completely thawed. Since persimmons acquire a jelly-like structure after defrosting, they should be placed in a small cup before use.