'Caqui' fruit or persimmons are in season right now in Spain. They look like a tomato only their colour ranges from pale yellow to deep red. Surprisingly enough it is actually a berry....very big berry. There is no seed in it.
I had never tried this fruit before coming to Spain.
So I suggested to Deb that we could try a few new fruits especially when they are freshly available to us here in Cadiz.
There are many health benefits to this low calorie fruit.
Abundant in phosphorus and calcium. The Vitamin A in it is a cancer fighter. Strengthens the immune system because of it's high Vitamin C. Has been known to help with asthmatic issues.
Aids in weight loss.
It also has anti-oxidants, anti-inflammatory and anti-infective properties.
A great source of fibre thus helping with digestive issues.
For diabetics it curbs hunger pangs and regulates sugar levels in the blood.
A perfect fruit for those looking for options required in a low sodium diet or who suffer from hypertension.
Surprisingly it is an anti-diuretic thus flushing out the kidneys which helps with water retention.
If you need a pick me up, persimmon fruit is a natural energizer.
Low in carbs, fat and sodium....it's a perfect fruit.
All I do to prepare this fruit is give it a wash.
Take the stem and leaves off.
Leave the skin on. Lots of good stuff is in the skin.
Cut it into quarters, then into smaller bite size pieces.
We just put them on a plate and eat them as you would apple pieces.
They are sweet and the flesh is quite taste.
Not sure what they would taste like in Canada, but worth a try to experience this yummy fruit.
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