Pomegranate is a bright red, sweet and sour fruit of the pomegranate tree, which is actually a berry. For the inhabitants of our country, pomegranates are a rather exotic product that causes some difficulties in purchasing. Some even compare buying a pomegranate to playing the lottery. But it is better not to hope for luck, but to arm yourself with the rules for determining the ripeness of this fruit.
Instructions
Step 1
The easiest way to determine the ripeness of a pomegranate is by the grains in the cut fruit - bright red, as if poured, tight, not wrinkled, but smooth grains indicate that the fruit is ripe. Also, in the cut pomegranate, an inner white film is visible - if it is dry, then it lay on the counter of the store for a long time or withstood long-term transportation. The white film should tightly fit the grains and have a uniform color. The condition of the grains and film are the main signs of the ripeness of the pomegranate. But it is not always possible to cut the fruit and look at the grains or film.
Step 2
If the pomegranate cannot be cut when purchased, look at its surface. The color of the fruit skin should be bright red, uniform, the skin should be smooth and shiny. Too dry skin indicates that it already loses moisture after long storage. Choose fruits with a skin that is pleasant to the touch, not rough or dried out.
Step 3
Look at the place where the pomegranate flower was located, there are some hard petals. They should be red and dry. Green petals mean that the fruit was picked before it was ripe.
Step 4
The ripeness of a pomegranate can be determined by feeling it. It should be firm, firm and firm, with a slightly woody rind to the touch. There should be no deep and noticeable pits and depressions on the surface. Press lightly with your fingers on the fruit, if you feel the crunch of ripe grains, then it is ripe. You can bring a pomegranate to your ear and press on it in the same way - ripe seeds will burst with a crack, and immature ones will choke without a sound. When buying, pay attention to its weight and size. Typically, the fruits are heavier than they appear. Smell the pomegranate. As a rule, ripe fruits do not have any odor (if not cut).
