Persimmon is native to China and has been cultivated for thousands of years. The fruit of persimmons is loved for its delicious and juicy nature, but there are also some variety-based differences. One of the most significant differences is between crisp and soft persimmons. Although they all belong to the persimmon family, there are certain differences in terms of taste, texture, color, and nutritional value. Below we will detail the difference between crisp persimmon and soft persimmon.
1. Taste. Crisp persimmon, also known as hard persimmon, is characterized by its hard, crisp fruit. The flesh of crisp persimmons is usually yellow to orange in color, with dense flesh and a crisp texture. When people eat crisp persimmons, they usually don't need to peel them and can eat them directly. Crisp persimmons have a higher sweetness, and some varieties are even as sweet as honey. Overall, crisp persimmons are closer to apple or pear in texture, making them suitable for those who prefer a crunchy texture.
Soft persimmon, also known as roasted persimmon or water persimmon, is mainly characterized by soft and juicy fruits. The flesh of soft persimmons is usually red to dark orange in color, the flesh is relatively loose, and the taste is soft and juicy. When people eat soft persimmons, they usually need to peel them because the skin of soft persimmons is thicker and the taste is not good. Soft persimmons have a relatively low sweetness, but they have a more delicate taste, which is suitable for people who like soft tastes.
2. Color. Crisp persimmons are usually yellow to orange in color, while soft persimmons are usually red to dark orange in color. Although color is not the only criterion for distinguishing crisp persimmons from soft persimmons, it is possible to roughly judge the variety to which one belongs by looking at the color.
3. Nutritional value.
Both crisp and soft persimmons have high nutritional value. They are all rich in minerals such as vitamin C, vitamin A, dietary fiber, potassium, calcium, magnesium, etc. In addition, persimmons are also rich in antioxidants, such as flavonoids and tannins, which have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer and other effects. Although crisp and soft persimmons differ slightly in their nutritional content, their nutritional values are generally similar.
4. Storage and consumption.
Crisp persimmons are stored for a relatively long time, usually for 1-2 weeks at room temperature. Soft persimmons have a shorter storage time and are usually best eaten within 1-2 days of picking. If stored in the refrigerator, both crisp and soft persimmons can be kept for a longer time. In terms of how to eat them, crisp persimmons are usually eaten as is, while soft persimmons need to be peeled and eaten. In addition, both crisp and soft persimmons can be processed into persimmons, dried persimmons, persimmon paste, and other foods.
There are certain differences between crisp persimmons and soft persimmons in terms of taste, texture, color and nutritional value. Crisp persimmon has a crisp taste and high sweetness, which is suitable for people who like crispy taste; Soft persimmons have a soft and juicy taste and relatively low sweetness, making them suitable for people who like a soft taste. Although there are differences in taste and color between the two, their nutritional value is similar. In terms of storage and edibles, crisp persimmons have a longer storage time and soft persimmons have a shorter storage time, but both can be processed into various persimmon products. Hopefully, this article will help you better understand the difference between crisp persimmons and soft persimmons and provide a useful reference for your choice.