{"product_id":"imported-sharon-fruit-persimmons","title":"Sharon Persimmon","description":"\u003ch2\u003eImported Sharon Fruit Persimmons\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy the sweet, smooth flavour of Imported Sharon Fruit Persimmons, a firm-eating persimmon fruit loved for its orange flesh, mellow honey-like sweetness and easy snacking texture. Also known as Sharon fruit, Sharon persimmon, persimmon Sharon fruit or Sharon fruit persimmon, this fruit can usually be enjoyed while firm, sliced or eaten fresh like an apple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor first-time customers, Sharon fruit is a type of persimmon that is usually sweet without needing to become jelly-soft like Hachiya persimmon. The flesh is firm, smooth and sliceable, with a flavour that can remind customers of honey, apricot, pumpkin, mango, dates and gentle warm spice depending on ripeness and batch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is imported and the country of origin may vary depending on the season and shipment. Some batches may come from Spain, Israel, South Africa or other supplying countries. If the current Spain batch is labelled as Spanish Persimon, Persimon® or Rojo Brillante, it is still a firm-eating persimmon style, but the exact product name on the carton may differ from Sharon fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Imported. Country of origin may vary by batch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eImported Sharon Fruit Persimmon Quick Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImported Sharon Fruit Persimmons\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso Known As\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSharon fruit, Sharon persimmon, Sharon fruit persimmon, persimmon Sharon fruit, persimmon, persimmon fruit, kaki persimmon, sweet persimmon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated Names\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTriumph persimmon, Spanish Persimon, Persimon®, Rojo Brillante, caqui, kaki, Sharon kaki, firm persimmon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChinese \/ Japanese \/ Korean Names\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e柿子, 柿, 柿果, カキ, kaki, 감\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiospyros kaki, Asian persimmon \/ kaki persimmon group\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImported. May vary by shipment, including Spain, Israel, South Africa or other origins.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit Style\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFresh firm-eating persimmon \/ Sharon fruit \/ sweet persimmon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrange to deep orange skin, depending on origin, variety and ripeness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlesh\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrange flesh, firm to tender depending on ripeness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSweet, mellow, honey-like and lightly fruity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFirm and sliceable when less ripe; softer and juicier when riper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFresh snacking, fruit platters, salads, yogurt bowls, lunchboxes and after-meal fruit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKeep firm fruit at room temperature if you want it softer. Refrigerate once ripe or once preferred texture is reached.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTaste and Texture\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSharon fruit persimmons have a sweet, mellow and honey-like flavour. When firm, the fruit is crisp to tender-crisp and easy to slice. When riper, the flesh becomes juicier, softer and more concentrated in sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flavour can feel richer than a simple crunchy fruit, with gentle notes that may remind customers of pumpkin, apricot, mango, peach, dates, cinnamon or caramel. The exact taste depends on origin, ripeness, variety and batch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSweet imported Sharon fruit persimmons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirm-eating persimmon style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan usually be eaten while firm or slightly soft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHoney-like flavour with orange flesh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood for slicing, salads and fruit platters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for customers who prefer less jelly-like persimmons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin and packaging may vary by shipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat First-Time Customers Should Expect\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are trying Sharon fruit for the first time, expect a sweet orange persimmon that can usually be eaten while still firm. It is not the same eating style as Hachiya persimmon, which must become very soft before eating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSharon fruit is easy to prepare. Wash it, remove the leafy crown, slice into wedges and eat fresh. The skin can be eaten after washing, although some customers prefer peeling it for a softer bite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst-Time Question\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to Expect\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Sharon fruit a persimmon?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes. Sharon fruit is a type of persimmon fruit.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I eat it firm?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUsually yes. Sharon fruit is commonly enjoyed firm, crisp or slightly soft.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it the same as Fuyu?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo. Sharon fruit and Fuyu are different, although both can be eaten firm.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it sweet?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes. It has a mellow honey-like sweetness.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I eat it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWash, remove the crown, slice and enjoy fresh.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Sharon Fruit?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSharon fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e is a market name for a sweet firm-eating persimmon. It is commonly linked with the Triumph persimmon, which is treated after harvest to remove astringency. This allows the fruit to be eaten while firm, without the dry chalky mouthfeel of an unripe astringent persimmon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSharon fruit is not exactly the same as Fuyu persimmon, although both are popular because they can be eaten firm. It is also different from Hachiya persimmon, which must become fully soft before eating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf the current shipment is from Spain, the fruit may sometimes be labelled as Spanish Persimon, Persimon® or Rojo Brillante instead of Sharon fruit. These are related firm-eating imported persimmon styles, but the carton wording may differ by supplier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTypes of Persimmon Fruit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are many \u003cstrong\u003etypes of persimmon fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e, and they can be confusing because different countries use different names. The most important difference for customers is whether the fruit can be eaten firm or must be eaten fully soft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEating Style\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSharon Fruit Persimmon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUsually firm-eating, sweet and sliceable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFuyu Persimmon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFirm-eating, crisp, sweet and squat-shaped\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHachiya Persimmon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAstringent type that should be eaten only when fully soft and jelly-like\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpanish Persimon \/ Rojo Brillante\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge Spanish persimmon often treated so it can be eaten firm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKaki Persimmon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBroad name for Asian persimmon \/ Diospyros kaki\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDried Persimmon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDried or semi-dried persimmon, usually sweeter and chewier than fresh fruit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSharon Fruit vs Fuyu vs Hachiya\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSharon fruit, Fuyu and Hachiya are all persimmons, but their eating texture is different. Sharon fruit and Fuyu can usually be eaten firm. Hachiya must be fully soft before eating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComparison\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSharon Fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFuyu Persimmon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHachiya Persimmon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEating Stage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFirm to soft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFirm to soft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOnly fully soft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFirm, smooth and sliceable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrisp, juicy and sliceable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoft, spoonable and pudding-like\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShape\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUsually rounded to slightly square depending on origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSquat and tomato-like\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTall, oblong and acorn-like\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSweet, honey-like and mellow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSweet, crisp and fruity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery sweet, rich and jelly-like when ripe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFresh slices, salads and fruit platters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrunchy snacking and lunchboxes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpoon-eating, baking and puree\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePersimmon Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePersimmon benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e are often discussed because persimmons naturally contain dietary fibre, potassium, vitamin C and orange fruit pigments such as carotenoids. They are a naturally sweet fruit that can be enjoyed as part of a balanced diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, persimmons should be enjoyed as food, not as medicine. They should not be used to claim cancer prevention, blood pressure reduction, disease prevention, eyesight improvement, constipation treatment, weight loss or other medical effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Fruit Component\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSimple Customer Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Fruit Sugars\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGives Sharon fruit its sweet honey-like flavour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDietary Fibre\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNaturally present in persimmon fruit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePotassium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA mineral naturally found in many fruits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA nutrient naturally found in fresh persimmon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarotenoids\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural orange fruit pigments found in persimmons\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo Medical Claim\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnjoy as fresh fruit, not as a treatment for health conditions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEating Persimmon at Night\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEating persimmon at night\u003c\/strong\u003e is generally a normal way to enjoy fruit, especially as a light after-dinner snack. Sharon fruit can be sliced and served chilled after meals, with yogurt, tea or nuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any sweet fruit, portion size matters. If you have a sensitive stomach, reflux, diabetes, dietary restrictions or medical concerns, avoid overeating and follow your doctor’s advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEating Too Much Persimmon\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEating too much persimmon\u003c\/strong\u003e may cause discomfort for some people because persimmons contain natural sugars, fibre and tannins. Enjoy Sharon fruit in moderate portions, especially if you are not used to eating persimmons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery large amounts of persimmon, especially astringent or unripe types, may not suit everyone. If the fruit tastes strongly dry, chalky or unpleasant, stop eating that piece because it may not be ready or may not suit your preference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEating Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustomer Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNormal portion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnjoy as part of a fruit plate or after-meal snack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eToo much fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay feel too sweet or heavy for some people\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSensitive stomach\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStart with a small portion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedical concerns\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCheck with a doctor or dietitian if unsure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Choose Sharon Fruit Persimmons\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose Sharon fruit persimmons with bright orange to deep orange skin, a fresh appearance and no mould, leaking juice or fermented smell. Firm fruit is normal for Sharon fruit and can usually be eaten crisp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you prefer a juicier and sweeter bite, leave the fruit at room temperature until it gives slightly, then refrigerate. If you prefer a firmer bite, enjoy it while the flesh is still sliceable and crisp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to Look For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood Sign\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBright orange to deep orange skin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFirm for crisp eating, slight give for softer eating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFresh-looking skin with no mould or leakage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight sweet fruit aroma when riper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMould, leaking juice, sour smell, fermented smell or badly collapsed fruit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Eat Sharon Fruit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWash the Sharon fruit gently, remove the leafy crown and slice into wedges. The skin can be eaten after washing, but you can peel it if preferred.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirm Sharon fruit can be eaten like an apple. Softer Sharon fruit can be sliced carefully, added to yogurt bowls, served with cheese, or used in simple desserts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash gently before eating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the leafy crown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlice into wedges or thin pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEat firm fruit for a crisp bite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLet fruit soften if you prefer a juicier texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEat with skin on or peel if preferred\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServe chilled for a refreshing fruit plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eServing Ideas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh sliced Sharon fruit persimmon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSharon fruit with yogurt and granola\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePersimmon salad with leafy greens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSharon fruit with cheese and nuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePersimmon fruit platter with apples and grapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSharon fruit slices with green tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoasted persimmon dessert\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePersimmon muffin, cake or bread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSharon fruit smoothie or puree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimple after-meal fruit plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSharon Fruit Persimmon Nutrition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximate values per 100g of raw Japanese \/ Asian persimmon. These are general persimmon nutrition values and are not specific lab-tested values for the current imported Sharon fruit batch. Exact values may vary depending on variety, size, origin, ripeness and batch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalories\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 70 kcal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarbohydrates\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 18.6 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Sugars\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 12.5 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDietary Fiber\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 3.6 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtein\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 0.6 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Fat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 0.2 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePotassium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 161 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 7.5 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin A\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 81 µg RAE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSharon fruit persimmons can be enjoyed as fresh fruit that naturally contains water, carbohydrates, fruit sugars, dietary fibre, potassium, vitamin C and carotenoids. They should not be treated as a medical food or used to claim disease prevention or treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage and Handling Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirm Sharon fruit persimmons can be kept at room temperature if you want them to soften slightly. Once ripe or once you are happy with the texture, refrigerate and eat soon for the best quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not wash before storage. Wash only before eating. Cut persimmon should be covered, refrigerated and eaten soon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep firm fruit at room temperature if softening is preferred\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefrigerate once ripe or once preferred texture is reached\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not wash before storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash only before eating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle gently to avoid bruising\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore cut fruit covered in the refrigerator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEat cut fruit soon for best freshness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscard if mouldy, leaking, sour-smelling or fermented-smelling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SKC Fruits","offers":[{"title":"Spain • 7 Pcs","offer_id":39507942768738,"sku":"","price":7.2,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0550\/2880\/9826\/products\/sharon-fruit-persimmon.jpg?v=1782924736","url":"https:\/\/www.skcfruits.com\/products\/imported-sharon-fruit-persimmons","provider":"SKC Fruits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}