Persimmon in Korean is 감 /kam/
Korean wind-dried persimmon has been a viral food on social media recently. Wind-dried persimmons are considered much tastier, chewier, and more aromatic than heat-dried persimmons because wind-drying preserves their chewiness and natural sweetness, unlike heat-dried ones which become shriveled due to high temperatures. On social media, young people in Vietnam are also catching on to the trend of making wind-dried persimmons. However, the success rate is low and the quality is unreliable, depending largely on the weather, hanging on dusty balconies, etc. Let's find out why Korean wind-dried persimmons have such a special color and flavor!
Natural sweet flavor
In Korea, persimmons are fruit trees planted everywhere: in front of house porches, on streets, in small alleys, offices, parks, and even in mountain temples, becoming a cultural feature of the Korean people!
Wind-dried persimmon – a distinct feature of Korea
The places that produce the most chewy dried persimmons in Korea are Sangju city and Cheongdo region.
Dried chewy persimmons have a high natural sugar content, soft texture, and a very sweet taste, especially the powdery coating, which makes Korean chewy persimmons even more valuable as a cardiovascular preventive and therapeutic remedy.
Image of wind-dried persimmons impressing tourists
Characteristics of Korean chewy persimmons
Naturally sun-dried Korean chewy persimmons have a deep orange color, are seedless, have a soft and chewy flesh similar to the color of salted egg yolks, a sweet taste, and a natural white powdery coating on the outside which is the fruit's sugar. The more powder it has, the higher the nutritional value of the Korean chewy persimmon.
Dried persimmons with a very eye-catching deep orange color
Chewy persimmons can be considered a “premium specialty”, an extremely luxurious gift always sought after by demanding customers who have high requirements for a meaningful gift to enhance cordial relations with their partners!
From the outer packaging to the inner quality, delicious, chewy, and aromatic taste of the Korean chewy persimmon, it encapsulates and expresses respect and carries much deeper meaning than just a pure gift.
The dried persimmon gift box is very luxurious
How to make quality wind-dried persimmons
- The production process and creation of the Korean chewy persimmon brand are extremely elaborate and complex.
- First, ripe persimmons are harvested and manually peeled.
- Then the stems are hung on strings across a rack and arranged meticulously, skillfully, and elaborately, ensuring a reasonable distance between the persimmons so they do not touch each other, preserving the quality of the persimmon in the best possible way from the outer flesh to the inner core.
The persimmons are tied and arranged meticulously and hung up
- All Korean chewy persimmons are naturally sun-dried.
- On average, it takes 45 days to reach the necessary dryness.
- The persimmons are then further frozen at minus 10 degrees Celsius by exposing them to temperatures of 38 to 40 degrees for a few days before being shipped for export.
What are the benefits of Korean chewy persimmons?
- Korean chewy persimmons help soothe nerves, keep people alert, and increase work efficiency.
- Plant sugars in persimmons are very nutritious for people with cardiovascular disease.
- Sweet persimmons help curb hunger very well without many calories, which is why nutritionists recommend that overweight people add persimmons to their diet.
- Replacing candy and sweet foods with Korean chewy persimmons is simply wonderful.
- Korean chewy persimmons should be consumed with tea, which is both healthy and delicious. At the same time, it helps the whole family sit together happily, warmly, and blissfully.
Chewy persimmons taste even better when enjoyed with tea
Instructions for use and storage of Korean wind-dried persimmons:
- Consume directly
- Store in a cool, dry place or in the refrigerator compartment
- Korean chewy persimmons are stored at -10 degrees Celsius (frozen).
- When eating, move the persimmons to the refrigerator compartment at a temperature of 3-5 degrees Celsius and consume within 7 days from the temperature change.
Dried persimmons with a wonderful flavor
Currently on the market, there are many types of chewy persimmons, including Vietnamese ones. If you are looking to buy authentic Korean wind-dried persimmons, contact LeKhaMart immediately to be provided with quality products.
