Dragon fruit (pitahaya, pitahaya, pittahaya, pitahaya, dragon fruit) is a cactus fruit that grows in tropical countries. It has a very delicate aroma and sweet pulp like kiwi. Many people hesitate to try it just because they do not know how to eat it correctly.
It is necessary
- - knife;
- - the spoon;
- - cutting board.
Instructions
Step 1
The ripening of the dragon fruit is not the same as that of the fruits we are used to. The color of its fruit is not indicative of its maturity or immaturity. A yellow pitaya may be more mature than a red tint. The color of neighboring fruits is of no small importance. Ripe pitaya fruit has a richer color compared to its “neighbors”. Yellow will be golden and red will be bright red.
Step 2
Take the dragon fruit in your hands and squeeze gently. If it is firm and tough, then most likely the fruit is still immature, and if the fruit is soft, then it is ready to eat. Do not squeeze the pitaya too tightly to figure out whether to buy this fruit or not, it does not take a lot of effort. Examine the fruit carefully if it has wrinkles, mold, or spots - these are signs of overripe or old age.
Step 3
Place the pitaya in the refrigerator for 3-4 hours before use. Then remove the fruit, place it on a cutting board and cut it in two with a sharp knife. Pay attention to the pulp. A red fruit should have white or pale pink flesh, while a yellow fruit should have only white flesh. In addition, the pitaya flesh, regardless of its color, has tiny edible black seeds.
Step 4
Use a sharp knife to cut the thorns from the peel of the fruit to make it easier to hold in your hands. You can eat it either with a spoon directly from the halves or by peeling it off like an apple. Dragon fruit is a great addition to fruit cocktails and sorbets.
