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 the chewy texture and natural sweetness of the fruit, unlike high-temperature drying which shrivels them up. On social media, young people in Vietnam have also caught 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 and dusty balcony hanging spots… 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 grown everywhere: in front of porches, on streets, in alleys, offices, parks, and even mountain temples, becoming a beautiful part of Korean culture!
Wind-dried persimmon – a characteristic of Korea
The places that produce the most soft-dried persimmons in Korea are Sangju city and Cheongdo region.
Dry soft persimmons have a high natural sugar content, are soft to eat, and have a very sweet flavor. Especially the powdery coating makes Korean soft persimmons even more valuable as a cardiovascular disease prevention and treatment remedy.
Image of wind-dried persimmons impressing tourists
Characteristics of Korean soft persimmons
Naturally sun-dried Korean soft persimmons have a dark orange color, are seedless, have a soft and chewy flesh similar to the color of salted egg yolk, taste sweet, and have a natural white powdery coating on the outside which is the fruit's own sugar. The more powder it has, the higher the nutritional value of the Korean soft persimmon.
Dried persimmons with a very eye-catching dark orange color
Soft persimmons can be considered a "premium specialty", an extremely luxurious gift always sought after by demanding customers who require a meaningful gift to enhance cordial relations with their partners!
From the outer packaging design to the quality, delicious taste, and chewy texture inside the Korean soft persimmon, it encapsulates and expresses respect and carries much deeper meaning than just a simple gift.
The dried persimmon gift box is very luxurious
How quality wind-dried persimmons are made
- The production process and creation of the Korean soft persimmon brand are extremely elaborate and complex.
- First, ripe persimmons are harvested and peeled manually.
- Then the stems are hung onto strings on racks and arranged meticulously, skillfully, and elaborately, ensuring a reasonable distance between the persimmons so they do not touch each other, perfectly preserving the quality of the persimmon from the outer flesh to the inner core.
The persimmons are tied and arranged meticulously and hung up
- All Korean soft persimmons are naturally sun-dried.
- It takes an average of 45 days to reach the required 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 soft persimmons?
- Korean soft persimmons help soothe the 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 cookies, candies, and sweet foods with Korean soft persimmons couldn't be more wonderful.
- Korean soft 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 cozily.
Soft 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 soft persimmons are stored at -10 degrees Celsius (frozen).
- When eating, transfer the persimmons to the refrigerator compartment at 3-5 degrees Celsius and use within 7 days of temperature transfer.
Dried persimmons with a wonderful flavor
Currently, there are many types of soft persimmons on the market, including Vietnamese ones. If you are looking to buy genuine Korean wind-dried persimmons, contact LeKhaMart immediately to get quality products.
