How to Ripen Astringent Persimmons Fast! Bletting Hack You Need to Know

Summary

This video demonstrates a clever hack to ripen astringent persimmons (Khaki) quickly and make them sweet without waiting for them to fully soften. By soaking the fruits in alcohol vapor (brandy or vodka), the tannins that cause bitterness are broken down, making the fruit taste sweet and delicious while still crisp. The process takes 4 to 5 days and eliminates the puckering, dry feeling usually left in the mouth from unripe persimmons. It’s a great solution for those who don’t want to wait for the fruit to become fully soft and pulpy.

Takeaways

• 😀 Astringent persimmons have a bitter, dry taste that is unpleasant when eaten unripe.
• 😀 Non-astringent persimmons can be eaten while firm and crisp, sweetening as they ripen.
• 😀 Astringent persimmons need to be fully ripe and soft to mellow out the bitterness.
• 😀 The hack involves using alcohol vapors (brandy or vodka) to ripen astringent persimmons without waiting for them to soften.
• 😀 Alcohol vapor breaks down tannins in astringent persimmons, making them sweet and edible while still firm.
• 😀 To perform the hack, place a cup of alcohol in a container, then seal it in a larger bin to trap the vapors.
• 😀 Leave the unripe persimmons in the container for 4–5 days to allow the vapors to work on the fruit.
• 😀 You can check the fruit periodically to see how the bitterness is reduced and how the sweetness increases.
• 😀 After the hack, the fruit is sweeter, and you can enjoy it while still crisp and without the bitter dry feel.
• 😀 This ripening hack is perfect for people who prefer their persimmons firm rather than overly soft.
• 😀 The hack allows you to eat astringent persimmons earlier without the unpleasant puckering effect in the mouth.

Q & A

What is the main issue with astringent persimmon fruits?

Astringent persimmon fruits are bitter and dry, creating an unpleasant sensation in the mouth when eaten while still hard, due to the presence of soluble tannins.

How do non-astringent persimmons differ from astringent ones?

Non-astringent persimmons are edible right away while firm and crisp, and they naturally sweeten as they ripen further. In contrast, astringent persimmons need to be fully ripened until they become super soft and jelly-like to become palatable.

What is the suggested ripening hack for astringent persimmons?

The hack involves using alcohol vapors to break down tannins in astringent persimmons, making them sweet and enjoyable even while still firm. This is done by placing the fruit in a sealed container with brandy or vodka for 4-5 days.

Why is alcohol used in this ripening hack for persimmons?

Alcohol vapors help to break down the tannins in the astringent persimmons, removing the bitterness and making the fruit sweeter without the need for the fruit to soften completely.

What is the process of using alcohol to ripen persimmons?

You place about a cup of brandy or vodka in a container, then place the container with holes in the lid at the bottom of a sealable bin. Unripe astringent persimmons are placed on top and left for 4-5 days, during which the alcohol vapors ripen the fruit.

What is the difference between astringent and non-astringent persimmons in terms of texture and taste?

Astringent persimmons are firm and dry, with a bitter, puckering sensation when eaten while unripe. Non-astringent persimmons are sweet and crispy right from the start and become sweeter as they soften.

How long does it take for the alcohol ripening method to work on astringent persimmons?

It takes about 4-5 days for the alcohol vapor method to break down the tannins in astringent persimmons, making them sweeter and more enjoyable.

What does the author think of fully ripe persimmons?

The author is not fond of the fully ripe, soft, and pulpy texture of persimmons, as they find them too mushy and unpleasant, even though they are sweet when ripened this way.

How does the author describe the difference in taste after using the ripening hack?

After using the alcohol ripening hack, the persimmons are described as much sweeter and without the bitterness, making them more enjoyable without the dry, puckering sensation in the mouth.

What other content does the author promote at the end of the video?

The author promotes a video on simple ways to protect your garden and plants from pests, encouraging viewers to watch it and subscribe for more content.