Persimmon: health benefits and harms

When you want to eat something sweet, but not very high-calorie, fruits come to the rescue. Most often on our tables you can find apples, oranges, pears, but sometimes you really want to make a difference. Tropical fruits, such as mangoes or passion fruit, are often hit hard and are not always tasty and ripe. At such moments, it is worth remembering the bright and juicy persimmons, which will not only delight you with a delicate and sweet taste, but also give a lot of vitamins and minerals.

What is persimmon and how does it look

Many people think that persimmon is a fruit. Contrary to popular belief, from the point of view of botany, this is a berry. This fact is due to the fact that persimmon fruits contain a large number of seeds surrounded by fleshy pulp, which undoubtedly relates it to the berry family.

Persimmon got its name from the Greek word "dios", which means "God." That is why it is often called the "divine pear." The fruits grow on a tree, the height of which can reach about 18 meters. Ripening occurs in the fall, the fruits can sag on the tree until winter, which is why persimmon pleases us in the winter time. The color of ripe berries can vary from light yellow to burgundy, it all depends on the variety.

Where grows

The homeland of persimmon is China, as it is distinguished by a hot climate. That is why it has spread in southern tropical and subtropical countries, such as:

• Philippines.
• Mexico.
• Israel.
• Italy.
• Turkey.

In Russia, the subtropics zone is located in Ossetia, Dagestan, Crimea and on the Black Sea coast of the Krasnodar Territory. Here, despite the vagaries, persimmon grows quite successfully and brings an impressive harvest.

Views

There are about 300 types of persimmons that differ in appearance and taste. On the Russian shelves there are only a few varieties, each of which is good in its own way.

1. Kinglet. The round orange berry inside has a juicy, chocolate flesh. It is the most popular and delicious variety due to its unique sweet taste.
2. Mandarin Persimmon. In form, such a variety resembles mandarin, inside it has absolutely no seeds. The most delicate pulp is very sweet, and sometimes even sugary.
3. Sharon. Such a variety appeared as a result of crossing apple trees and persimmons. It has a firm flesh, has a sweet taste and aroma.
4. Bull's heart. Due to its large size, it looks very much like a tomato. Her pulp is very tender and soft, and the taste is very sweet.

What is the difference between persimmon and king

The main difference between persimmon and korolka is, of course, in taste. As a rule, persimmon has a sweet taste and viscosity. Only fully matured, it acquires softness, and the astringent taste disappears. The kinglet has a sweet and juicy taste with delicate pulp inside.

The second difference is the appearance. Korolek is a round, small-sized berry of dark brown color. Persimmon, on the contrary, is bright orange and large.

Composition and calorie content

In its composition, persimmon is very rich in vitamins and useful minerals.

Vitamins:

• IN 1;
• IN 2;
• IN 3;
• AT 6;
• AND;
• WITH;
• E;
• Folic acid.

Minerals:

• Potassium;
• Calcium;
• Iron;
• Phosphorus;
• Copper;
• Manganese;
• Magnesium;
• Zinc;
• Selenium.

Due to the small number of calories and an impressive amount of water, persimmon can be consumed without fear of harming the figure.

• Calorie content - 70 kcal;
• Water - 85%;
• Carbohydrates - 7.3 g;
• Fats - 0.1 g;
• Proteins - 0.7 g.

Useful properties of persimmons

General benefit

The benefits of persimmons are simply invaluable to our body. It is able to positively affect many human organs, eliminating chronic diseases. The use of persimmon:

• normalizes pressure;
• useful for hemorrhoids;
• helps in getting rid of allergies;
• indispensable for pancreatitis and gastritis;
• relieves constipation;
• able to protect against blood cancer;
• helps to get rid of chronic fatigue;
• has diuretic properties;
• helps in the fight against acne, improving the condition of the skin;
• able to replenish energy;
• removes toxins and toxins;
• calms the nervous system.

Due to its rich composition, each of the vitamins and minerals is able to benefit the body both individually and in combination:

1. Monosaccharides. Beneficial effect on the work of the heart. With hypertension and anemia, persimmon is a mandatory product that should not be neglected.
2. Fructose and glucose. Being antidepressants, they can lift a person’s mood.
3. Beta carotene. It is able to have a rejuvenating effect, preventing the aging of the skin, and also has a positive effect on vision, strengthening the eye muscles.
4. Iodine. Normalizes the thyroid gland.
5. Iron. Increases hemoglobin level.
6. Potassium. Maintains a water-salt balance, improving liver and kidney function.
7. Calcium. Increases bone strength, and also improves blood coagulation.
8. Manganese. Promotes the full functioning of the thyroid gland and improves memory.
9. Vitamin C. Helps the body fight viruses and colds, and strengthens blood vessels.
10. Vitamins of group B. Able to maintain the nervous system and normalize blood sugar.
11. Phosphorus. Supports bone and dental tissue growth, and also improves mental performance.
12. Magnesium. It improves blood pressure and also lowers cholesterol.
13. Pectin. Normalizes digestion and serves as a good prevention of diseases of the stomach.

For women

The bright berry has a special effect on the female body:

1. Improves the thyroid gland, which is the basis of the hormonal system.
2. It serves as an excellent sedative due to the stabilization of the nervous system.
3. It is a source of fiber.
4. Serves as a good prevention of cancer of the female reproductive system.
5. Reduces pain during menstruation.
6. Replenishes iron stores that affect fertility.
7. Perfectly affects the skin, slowing down the aging process.
8. Relieves puffiness and improves complexion.

For men

The main problem of the male half is prostate diseases. In addition to drug therapy, they believe that the main factor is a healthy and proper diet, which includes persimmon:

1. Ascorbic acid improves seminal fluid, preventing the occurrence of potency.
2. Magnesium is able to improve potency.
3. Beta-carotene protects against oncology.

During pregnancy

In such an important period, a woman especially needs a huge amount of vitamins so that pregnancy proceeds without pathologies. That is why during the period of gestation, the baby is recommended to consume fruits and berries as much as possible. Persimmon is an integral part of the future mother’s diet, as it can positively affect many indicators:

1. Thanks to potassium, it is able to remove excess fluid from the body, thereby reducing swelling.
2. Supports immunity, thereby protecting against various viral diseases.
3. Contains folic acid, which pregnant women need so much.
4. It improves the visual activity of the expectant mother, and also forms the nervous system of the child due to the content of carotene.
5. Replenishes the reserves of iron and magnesium, which are necessary for the development of the baby.

When breastfeeding

In the first months of breastfeeding, it is not recommended to introduce persimmons into your diet. This can lead to constipation and bloating in the baby. However, after 3 months, you can begin to slowly try the berry, watching the baby’s reaction. In small amounts, it brings significant health benefits in the postpartum period:

• improves immunity after pregnancy;
• replenishes reserves of calcium in the body;
• thanks to vitamin PP improves the quality of the hair, making it thicker;
• normalizes digestion;
• calms the nervous system, which is especially important in the postpartum period.

For children

Due to the presence of a huge amount of vitamins, parents can’t wait to introduce the baby to such a tasty and healthy berry as persimmon. Undoubtedly, it should be present in the diet of every child, but it is better to introduce it from 2-3 years. At an early age, the gastrointestinal system in children is not yet fully formed, which is why it is quite difficult for them to digest persimmons. It is also an allergen, therefore, children prone to allergies, it is advisable not to use it. It is important to start the introduction of persimmons gradually, observing the reaction of the baby, 1-2 pieces.

It is important to choose a ripe and juicy berry. It is better to peel it and not to bake or other manipulations, and treat children only with fresh persimmons. In the fall, in the season of colds, persimmon will perfectly protect babies from various viruses, increasing immunity. Well, the remaining beneficial properties of persimmons will favorably affect the body of children and adolescents.

For weight loss

Persimmon not only allows you not to gain weight, but also helps to reduce it. Due to the high content of fiber, the body is quickly saturated, the hunger is quenched, which allows you not to overeat and lose weight. That is why it is simply necessary to use it for those people who want to lose weight and monitor their nutrition. There are many diets based on persimmons, and once a week you can arrange fasting days, consuming 5-6 berries per day. In addition, persimmon perfectly cleanses the body of toxins and toxins, normalizing the digestive tract.

The benefits of dried and dried persimmons

Since the persimmon season falls exclusively in the fall, many try to procure it for the future, in order to enjoy juicy berries in the winter / spring. This can be various jams, jams, as well as dried or dried persimmons. The main difference between dried and dried berries is in the method of preparation. Cut into small pieces, persimmons are dried in the oven. This process takes several hours, based on the amount of product. Whole berries are dried in the open air, under the sunlight for about one month. Despite this, with such treatments, persimmon does not lose its beneficial properties, but only increases them. So, for example, in addition to the effect that persimmon has on the body, in dried and dried form, it is also capable of:

• improve appetite;
• treat hemorrhoids;
• resist inflammation and heal wounds (just attach to the damaged area);
• reduce the harmful effects of alcohol on the body.

How to dry

In order to get delicious dried fruits, you need to thoroughly prepare for the drying process. Persimmons can be dried as whole fruits, or cut into small pieces. The kiss is best dried in the fresh air, in hot and sunny weather. Unfortunately, this method is unlikely to be suitable for the Russian climate, therefore, most housewives dry persimmons in the oven, cut into pieces. It is worth noting that in order to dry the berries well and prevent burning, it is necessary to use an electric oven, since it is impossible to set a specific temperature in the gas oven.

1. To begin, choose the appropriate berries, which should be quite ripe, but strong, without obvious damage and dark barrels.
2. Rinse the fruit thoroughly, and then dry it or wipe it with a towel.
3. Cut the fruit into rings or small cubes, after removing the seeds.
4. Add lemon juice (so that persimmon retains its bright color after drying) and mix everything thoroughly. For taste, you can add cinnamon or nutmeg.
5. Put slices of autumn berries on a baking sheet and put in the oven at 90 degrees for 3-5 hours. It is also recommended that you open the oven from time to time so that excess moisture evaporates.

If desired, you can make fruit chips that are not only delicious, but also crispy. To do this, cut the persimmons into thin rings, put on a baking sheet and set the oven temperature to 150-170 degrees. Bake the berries for about 10 minutes, reduce the temperature to 120 degrees and dry for about 2-3 hours. This method is most appreciated by children who love to crunch with something.

To save time, some housewives adapted to dry persimmons in a microwave. To do this, lay the berries on a plate and bake at minimum power for about 20 minutes, then open the microwave, evaporating moisture, and repeat the procedure 2-3 times.

Are persimmon bones useful?

We have already figured out how useful persimmon is for our health, how it has a beneficial effect on the body. But what about the bones? Are they as useful as the sun berry itself?

As it turned out, persimmon bones are not only edible, but also will bring great benefits, because they are the embryo of the berry, which means there are even more useful vitamins and microelements in them than in the fruit itself. Many fry them in a pan and then eat them like ordinary pumpkin seeds, all the more so because they taste exactly like them. Interestingly, in the 60s, Americans dried persimmon seeds, ground them and used them as flour for baking bread. And with stronger roasting, a drink is obtained that is not inferior to coffee, but without caffeine.

Persimmon in medicine

Given the abundance of nutrients and vitamins in persimmons, it is not surprising how widely it is used in folk medicine. It is recommended to be used both as an independent medicine for prevention, and in combination with other drugs.

With diabetes

Depending on the type of diabetes, there are also differences in the use of persimmons. In the first type, sugar is brought back to normal as a result of insulin injections, and in the second, when dieting.

Type 1 diabetes patients are strongly advised to refrain from using persimmons, as this can aggravate the situation. But doctors allow the presence of persimmons or the use of fruit salads, which include no more than 50 grams of sun berries, as well as apples and nuts, in the diet.

Patients of the second type can allow about 100 grams of fetus per day, but it is advisable to divide this amount into 4-5 meals. It is also recommended not to use fresh persimmons, it is better to bake it in the oven.

Important: persimmon glycemic index - 50 units.

With pancreatitis

With inflammation of the pancreas, you should carefully consider your diet, especially the use of fruits. During an exacerbation in the acute form of pancreatitis, persimmon should be completely abandoned, since during this period the patient must follow a hungry diet. When the acute stage is over, you can gradually introduce the sweet berry into your diet. Starting with one teaspoon of baked persimmon, over time you can eat one fresh fruit per day. It is also recommended to remove the skin, as it is very difficult to digest and irritates the intestines.

With gastritis

Due to the lack of organic substances in persimmons, patients with gastritis can consume it without fear of increasing acidity. Due to its rich composition, it will positively affect the digestive tract, but it is important not to overdo it. You also need to choose only ripe fruits, as they do not complicate the digestion process.

For the intestines

Due to the long assimilation and the content of a large number of coarse fibers, persimmon is able to stimulate the intestines. Due to the large amount of pectin in the composition of the berry, it has a laxative effect. To normalize stool and restore stable bowel function, it is worth consuming persimmon fruits in moderation. It is also better to choose ripe berries and accompany the consumption with a plentiful drink.

For constipation

Undoubtedly, with the unlimited use of persimmons, it can provoke diarrhea. Due to the presence of coarse fiber in the composition, it helps to normalize the work of the intestine and accelerate the process of excreting feces. That is why the berry is recommended for constipation.

With gout

Persimmon removes uric acid, therefore it is an integral part of the diet of patients with gout. Doctors recommend consuming it daily, raw. It is important to use the sun berry as a separate meal, not combining with other products. It is worth remembering that if gout is accompanied by diabetes mellitus or obesity, then you should be careful about consuming persimmons.

With hemorrhoids

In folk medicine, the treatment of hemorrhoids with persimmon is often used. To do this, pour dried persimmons with boiling water and insist for about half an hour, and then take such an infusion of 1-2 tablespoons three times a day. It is also possible to eat porridge from rice with the addition of berries, which is also a good way to combat hemorrhoids.

Persimmon in cosmetology

Due to its beneficial properties, persimmon is very often used in cosmetology.

1. Water in the fetus is able to fill the skin cells with moisture.
2. Vitamins help in nutrition and environmental protection.
3. Organic acids improve facial contours and give skin elasticity.
4. Persimmon pulp can have a healing effect on microtrauma.
5. The fetus is an assistant in the fight against aging.
6. Trace elements can prolong the beauty of hair, prevent cross-section.

Due to its performance and the amount of nutrients in the composition, persimmon is the most important ingredient in various masks for both face and hair.

For face

Anti aging
In order to saturate the skin with the necessary vitamins, as well as prevent the appearance of fine wrinkles, you need such a mask:

• persimmon pulp - 1 tablespoon;
• one yolk;
• fat cream –1 tablespoon.

Mix all the ingredients and apply on the face for 15-20 minutes.

For cleaning pores
This mask is ideal for those who suffer from acne and have small pimples or acne on their faces. You will need such ingredients for its preparation:

• persimmon pulp - 3 tablespoons;
• a tablespoon of starch.

Mix thoroughly and apply on face. After 15 minutes, rinse with warm water.

To nourish the skin
This mask is suitable for girls who have very dry skin, as it helps to remove the feeling of tightness, adding softness.

• Persimmon pulp - 3 tablespoons.
• Liquid honey - 1 tablespoon.
• One yolk.
• Unrefined olive oil - 1 teaspoon.

The resulting mixture is applied to the face for 20 minutes, and then just rinse.

For hair

Recovery
Such a mask is suitable for restoring the structure of the hair, and also returns its natural shine:

• persimmon pulp - 3-4 tablespoons;
• oatmeal - 1 tablespoon;
• sour cream - 100 milliliters;
• olive oil - 1 teaspoon.

Mix everything and apply along the entire length of the hair for half an hour, then wash your hair with shampoo.

To prevent brittleness
For active lovers of irons, hair dryers and other hair accessories, it is recommended to make a mask based on yeast and persimmon;

• persimmon pulp - 2-3 tablespoons;
• olive oil - 1 teaspoon;
• avocado pulp - 1-2 tablespoons;
• yeast - 20-30 grams.

Wash your hair thoroughly with shampoo, and then apply the mixture to wet hair for 5-10 minutes, then rinse with warm water.

Harm and contraindications

Along with a huge variety of beneficial properties, persimmon can also be harmful to health. If you use it uncontrollably and in unlimited quantities, it can aggravate the condition in the presence of various diseases.

1. For diabetes, it is recommended to use in the form of compotes or jelly, as well as with other fruits in the form of fruit salads, but in limited quantities.
2. With hypotension, it is also recommended to consume persimmon no more than one berry per day, since it can reduce blood pressure even more.
3. When consumed in large quantities, persimmons can lead to constipation, especially when consumed on an empty stomach.
4. With a tendency to allergies, the fetus should be consumed with great care.
5. With an exacerbation of an ulcer or pancreatitis, it is better to limit the consumption of sweet berries, since eating it in large quantities irritates the stomach and can cause vomiting or severe pain.
6. For obesity, it is recommended to replace persimmons with other fruits.
7. In the postoperative period, the stomach should not be loaded with persimmon, since it is digested for a rather long time.
8. When using persimmons, do not wash it with water, and even more so with milk. This can lead to stones.

How to choose and store persimmons

How to choose the right persimmon so that the fruits bring sweetness and pleasure, are ripe and juicy, and not bind your mouth? There are several selection criteria, following which you can easily determine a good berry.

1. When choosing persimmons, it is best to give preference to the market or vegetable collapses, since, most likely, there the fruits will please with freshness and variety.
2. Do not trust the seller’s choice, as he will most likely slip a few spoiled or cracked berries.
3. It is best to choose whole fruits, without obvious cracks and dark spots. Such a persimmon, most likely, begins to deteriorate, and as a result of a violation of the integrity, pathogenic bacteria can get inside.
4. The dried stalk indicates that the persimmon is ripe enough.
5. Persimmon should be juicy, orange in color. Excessively green or brown fruits are not suitable for consumption.

In order for the juicy berries to be delivered home without damage, they should be stacked in pre-prepared boxes or containers, as they will remember each other in a bag and they will make porridge.

Having brought the persimmon home, it is important to know how to store it properly. If you need to keep the fruits fresh and pristine, then a refrigerator or cellar will extend their life by 1-2 months. It is important to remember that persimmons should be neatly folded in even rows, with sawdust or paper in between. So it will be possible to keep its shape as much as possible. It is also possible to dry persimmons in the oven, turning it into beautiful dried fruits that will delight you with a cup of tea in the winter evenings.

Is it possible to freeze

But the easiest way to save persimmons is freezing. In this form, the fruits lie in the freezer for about 3 months. There are three ways to freeze juicy berries.

1. The whole fruit. This method is most often chosen in order to relieve persimmon from the astringent effect, since freezing reduces the level of tannin in the berry. To do this, it is enough to carefully lay the persimmon in separate packages and place in the freezer.
2. In pieces. Those who like to treat themselves to pastries with the addition of persimmons or just enjoy a juicy berry out of season, ideally cut it into small pieces and send it to the freezer if necessary.
3. Mashed potatoes. There is also the option of freezing persimmon puree. To do this, just peel the fruit from the skin and use a blender to turn it into porridge, then put it in containers or ice molds. Mashed potatoes are ideal when added to porridge, granola or a variety of desserts.

How to eat persimmon

Having decided on the choice of persimmon, familiarizing yourself with its useful properties and storage methods, it is worth asking an important question - how is it possible to eat a sunny berry?

How much can you eat per day
You should not use persimmon unsystematically, because in large quantities it will only harm the body. A healthy person is recommended to eat about 2-3 ripe fruits per day. It is such an amount that is necessary in order to have a beneficial effect and saturate the body with useful vitamins and minerals.

Can I eat at night

It is recommended to use persimmons in the morning, for example, as a lunch or snack. Eating a sweet fruit at night, you risk loading the stomach, which will lead to colic and gas, and subsequently to insomnia. People who monitor their weight are also not recommended to eat persimmons before bedtime.

Is it possible to eat green

Doctors strongly recommend eating only ripe persimmons, since greens contain a large amount of tannin, which will not only bind the mouth, but also have a bad effect on digestion, the consequences of which can be quite serious.

Why persimmon knits mouth

Due to the content of a substance such as tannin, the fetus has an astringent effect. Often, the most tannin is found in unripe berries, which is why it is worth choosing soft ripe fruits. There are also varieties in which the content of this substance is minimal, and they, as a rule, do not knit at all. But do not think that the presence of tannin indicates the poor quality of the berry, because thanks to it, various bacteria and bad substances do not get into the fruits.

What can be cooked from persimmon: recipes

Sun berry can be consumed not only as an independent dish. There is a huge variety of dishes in which persimmon reveals its qualities, making them unique in taste. It is added to pies, muffins, cookies, salads and desserts. From persimmons wonderful compotes, jam, smoothies and jams are obtained, and in many countries they make various alcoholic tinctures and even wine from it.

Jam

Before you start cooking jam, you should familiarize yourself with some recommendations, due to which it will turn out to be extremely tasty.

1. Before making jam, you need to taste persimmon in order to determine the degree of sweetness. If the berry is too sugary, reduce the amount of granulated sugar.
2. For a magical taste and aroma, you can add various spices to the jam, such as cloves, vanilla, cinnamon or nutmeg.
3. Persimmon is prone to burning, which is why you should cook jam over low heat, constantly stirring and carefully monitoring the process.
4. It is advisable to peel the fruits, using only pulp during cooking, so that the jam is more tender.

Persimmon and pear jam
Ingredients:

• Pear - 1 kilogram.
• Persimmon - 1 kilogram.
• Sugar - 1 kilogram.
• Cinnamon.

Cooking process:

1. Peel the pears and persimmons, and then cut into small cubes.
2. Put a layer of persimmons in a container, cover with sugar, then a layer of pears, sugar and so on, alternating layers. Leave fruits and berries for 4–5 hours.
3. After this time, place the container on a slow fire, warm and stir until granulated sugar is dissolved.
4. Boil for about 5 minutes, remove the jam from the heat and let it brew for 4–5 hours.
5. Repeat the procedure 2-3 times, and at the end add cinnamon and bring the jam to a boil.

Persimmon Tangerine Jam
Ingredients:

• Tangerines - 1 kilogram.
• Persimmon - 1 kilogram.
• Sugar - 1 kilogram.
• Star anise.
• Cinnamon.

How to cook:

1. For starters, peel tangerines well. To do this, rinse them and place them with boiling water in boiling water, boiling for 5 minutes.
2. Take out the fruits and put them in cold water all night.
3. The next day, remove the tangerines, peel them, peel, pits and veins.
4. Peel persimmons and pass through a meat grinder.
5. Combine all the ingredients in a saucepan, put on a small fire and cook for about half an hour, stirring constantly.
6. Remove the jam from the stove and cool, and then boil again for ten minutes.
7. Pour hot jam into containers and roll lids.

Compote

Unfortunately, persimmon compote is not very popular, such as apples or currants. But we must give it its due, along with the enormous benefits that it has on our bodies, the drink turns out to be tart and very tender. The classic recipe contains only three ingredients - persimmon, granulated sugar and water. But at will add apples, pears, cranberries, lingonberries, citruses, various spices and much more.

Persimmon Ginger Compote
Ingredients:

• Persimmon - 7-8 pieces.
• Lemon - 1 piece.
• Sugar - 300 grams.
• Cinnamon - 1 teaspoon.
• Clove - 5-6 pieces.
• Water - 2.5 liters.
• Ginger - 1/2 teaspoon.
• Rum - 50 milliliters.

How to cook:

1. Add sugar to the water and simmer until completely dissolved.
2. Grate the zest of lemon and add to the syrup along with spices. Cook for about 15–20 minutes.
3. While the syrup is saturated with spices, rinse the persimmon and cut it into cubes. Remove spices and zest from the pan, and add lemon juice and pieces of sunny berry to the syrup.
4. Cover the pan and boil for another 10 minutes.
5. Remove compote from the heat and insist for an hour.
6. Before serving, add a little rum to the drink, as well as pieces of orange.

Spicy compote from apples and persimmons
What is needed:

• Persimmon - 6-8 pieces.
• Apples - 6-8 pieces.
• Water - 2 liters.
• Sugar - 500 grams.
• Clove - 4–5 pieces.
• Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon.
• Vanillin - 1/2 teaspoon.

Process:

1. Pour water into the pan and add sugar to it.
2. When the sugar has dissolved, put the cloves, cinnamon, vanilla sugar and cook for about 5 minutes.
3. Peel the apples and persimmons, cut into slices and add to the syrup.
4. Boil for 10 minutes.
5. Pour the hot compote into the cans, roll up the lids and insist for a few more hours.
6. Strain the chilled compote through cheesecloth and serve.

Wine

Persimmon wine has long been consumed by the Chinese, not only because it is very tasty, but also as a preventive measure. In order to prepare a wine drink, you need to consider that overripe berries in this case can not be consumed. You should also carefully remove the seeds and stalks to avoid bitterness. An important detail is the sterilization of the entire dishes so as not to spoil the wine by the ingestion of various pathogenic bacteria.

For cooking you will need:

• Persimmon - 2.5 kilograms.
• Water - 2 liters.
• Sugar - 550 grams.
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons.
• Wine yeast - 200 grams.

Cooking method:

1. Rinse persimmons thoroughly, remove the skin, seeds and pass through a meat grinder.
2. Dissolve half of the granulated sugar in cold water and pour the persimmon into the resulting syrup.
3. Add yeast to the mixture, cover with gauze and put in a warm place for 3-4 days, stirring occasionally.
4. After the allotted time, pass the drink through cheesecloth, add lemon juice and 100 grams of sugar.
5. Mix everything thoroughly, pour into a fermentation tank, put on a water seal and put it back into a warm and dark room for 7 days.
6. After a week, add the remaining sugar to the wine, and then bottle it and insist in the cellar or refrigerator for about another six months.

Persimmon tincture with orange

What is needed:

• Persimmon - 5-6 pieces.
• Oranges - 3-4 pieces.
• Sugar - 200-300 grams.
• Vodka - 1 liter.

How to cook:

1. Dip oranges in boiling water and boil for 1-2 minutes.
2. Take out citruses and thoroughly peel them, veins and seeds.
3. Peel persimmons and cut into small cubes.
4. Put persimmons, oranges in a bowl and cover with sugar.
5. Shake the container thoroughly to mix fruits and berries with sugar.
6. Put in a warm dark place for 1-2 days.
7. After time, add vodka to the fruit and berry mixture, close the lid and insist for about two weeks in a dark room.
8. When the tincture is ready, strain it through cheesecloth and bottle.
9. Seal containers tightly and remove for special occasions.

Ice cream

Very tasty and natural ice cream will bring a lot of pleasure and refresh on a hot summer day.

"Gluttonous" ice cream
Required:

• Persimmon - 5 pieces.
• Banana - 2 pieces.
• Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon.
• Lemon juice - 1/2 teaspoon.

Process:

1. Peel the banana, cut into circles and send to the freezer.
2. Take out a persimmon pulp with a teaspoon and also send in the freezer for 1-2 hours.
3. After a while, get the berries and fruits, mix together and beat with a blender until a homogeneous mixture is obtained, add lemon juice and cinnamon, mix thoroughly.
4. Put the finished ice cream in a bowl.
5. Garnish with fruit slices or a sprig of mint if desired.

Pie

Persimmon gives baking juiciness and unique taste that will not leave anyone indifferent.

For cooking you will need:

• Persimmon - 2 pieces.
• Eggs - 3 pieces.
• Sugar - 200 grams.
• Flour - 200 grams.
• Sour cream - 250 grams.
• Baking powder - 1 tablespoon.
• Soda - 1/2 teaspoon.
• Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon.
• Powdered sugar.

How to cook:

1. Mix all the loose ingredients together.
2. Beat eggs with sugar and add sour cream.
3. To the resulting mixture, gradually add the dry ingredients and mix until a homogeneous dough is formed.
4. In a greased form, put the persimmon pieces on the bottom and pour the dough.
5. Remove the form in the oven for 35–40 minutes at 180 degrees.
6. Cool the resulting cake, remove from the mold and sprinkle with powdered sugar for beauty.

Salads

It would seem that persimmon is best suited for sweet dishes. But few people know that it is an excellent ingredient for salads, adding variety and originality to them.

Persimmon goat cheese salad
Required:

• Persimmon - 1-2 pieces.
• Goat cheese - 100 grams.
• Tangerines - 2-3 pieces.
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon.
• Honey - 2 teaspoons.
• Dijon mustard - 1 teaspoon.
• Lemon juice - 1 teaspoon.
• Pepper.
• Salt.

How to cook:

1. For dressing, mix mustard, lemon juice, honey, salt, pepper and olive oil. Beat with a whisk.
2. Peel persimmons and cut into small cubes.
3. Peel tangerines by removing all bones and films.
4. Mix tangerines, persimmons in a bowl and add slices of cheese.
5. Season with dressing and serve.

Persimmon Salad
Ingredients:

• Salad mix - 1 pack.
• Bell pepper - 1-2 pieces.
• Tomatoes - 1-2 pieces.
• Cucumber - 2-3 pieces.
• Persimmon - 2 pieces.
• Lemon juice - 1 teaspoon.
• Olive oil - 1 teaspoon.
• Seasoning for salad - 1/2 teaspoon.
• Soy sauce - 1 teaspoon.

Cooking method:

1. Chop vegetables.
2. Peel persimmon and cut into cubes.
3. Salad to tear hands.
4. Mix olive oil with lemon juice and soy sauce, add seasoning.
5. In a bowl, mix vegetables, salad and persimmon.
6. Season the prepared salad dressing and serve.

Gourmet Persimmon Salmon Salad
Ingredients:

• Salmon - 350 grams.
• Egg - 2 pieces.
• Avocado - 1 piece.
• Persimmon - 1 piece.
• Tomatoes - 1-2 pieces.
• Pickled Ginger - 1 teaspoon.
• Caviar - 2-3 tablespoons.
• Homemade mayonnaise.

How to cook:

1. Peel avocados and persimmons.
2. Cut fish, avocado, persimmon, tomatoes and eggs into small cubes.
3. Ginger is also cut into small strips.
4. Stir all the ingredients and season with homemade mayonnaise.
5. Garnish the finished salad with caviar and serve.

Is it possible to give persimmons to animals

Owners of animals do not always think about the benefits of those products that treat pets.Along with this, persimmon is not a mandatory and necessary product for all animals and can sometimes harm furry friends.

Cats / cats

Cats sometimes behave strangely, eating foods that are completely unusual for them. As a rule, if they were suddenly attracted to plant foods, specifically persimmons, this means that they lack those vitamins and useful microelements that are rich in sun berry. Treating the cat is not forbidden, but in small quantities and preferably mixing it into the feed so as not to provoke diarrhea.

Dogs

Persimmon is not the best food for dogs, as it can lead to allergies due to sugar in the composition. But if the dog tolerates the use of berries well, it is worth feeding it in small portions and separately from other products.

Parrots

Tannins are an integral part of the diet of parrots. Due to their high content in persimmons, it is simply necessary for the nutrition of birds, and is also able to positively affect the immune system.

Hamsters

The diet of hamsters consists of a variety of fruits and vegetables. Due to the high sugar content in persimmons, it is better to exclude such a berry from the nutrition of furry friends. If you still want to treat the animal with a berry, then you should choose less sweet varieties, giving a treat no more than 1-2 times a month in small pieces.

Interesting facts about persimmons

1. In the East, the sun berry is a symbol of wisdom.
2. Caucasian persimmon to taste reminds everyone of famous dates, which is why it has long been called date plum.
3. One type of persimmon is called "Chocolate Pudding." It tastes like chocolate and grows weighing about 650 grams.
4. The Arab peoples believed that magical creatures live in persimmons, which give a piece of fire to the sun berry.
5. Americans are huge fans of persimmons and use it in many dishes, such as pastries, salads, etc.
6. In Japan, persimmons are believed to be a symbol of victory.
7. In Thailand, they use juicy fruits to get rid of worms.

Persimmon photo