Shandong Pear - 1000 gms

Regular price Rs. 220.00

 

Description/Taste


Shandong pears are small in size and are oval and somewhat lopsided in shape with a bulbous bottom tapering to a narrow and rounded neck. The green skin is bumpy, firm, is covered in russeting, and has prominent lenticels covering the surface that connects to a slender, dark brown-black stem. The pale white to ivory flesh has a slight green ring just below the skin’s surface and is moist, dense, crisp, semi-grainy, and fragrant. There is also a central core encasing a few small, dark brown seeds. Unlike its European cousin, Shandong pears ripen on the tree and are sold for immediate consumption. They are juicy and crunchy with a mild, sweet flavor.

Seasons/Availability


Shandong pears are available in the late summer through early fall.

Current Facts


Shandong pears, botanically classified as Pyrus pyrifolia, are a Chinese variety that are members of the Rosaceae family along with peaches and apricots. Though its appearance may look similar to a European variety, the Shandong pear is a true Asian variety and gets its name from its place of origin, the Shandong province in China. The Shandong pear is occasionally confused with the ya pear, Pyrus bretschneideri, but is an entirely different species sometimes commonly referred to as an apple pear or sand pear. Shandong pears are favored for their crunchy texture, petite size, and sweet flavor, and are used in both savory and sweet preparations.

Nutritional Value


Shandong pears contain nutrients such as dietary fiber, necessary for digestive and cardiovascular health, and also contain vitamins C and K, copper, and potassium.