Astringent and non-astringent are the two main types of persimmons. While non-astringent ones can be savoured while still firm, astringent types must be completely ripe before being consumed.

Persimmons are nutritious fruits filled with fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants. The skin, rich in flavonoids and polyphenols, offers numerous health benefits, including anti-inflammatory ...

The persimmon puree should be from the Hachiya persimmon variety. Ripen them faster by placing them in a brown paper bag, along with an apple. The persimmons should ripen within 3 to 4 days.