New :Medlars (Exotic) Medlars (also known as Mespilus germanica) are a hardy fruit that look like a cross between a small apple and a rosehip. When ripe, they’re hard and green. They’re picked at this stage, but aren’t edible until they’ve become half rotten or ‘bletted’, when they turn brown and soft. Harvested medlars are stored in sawdust or bran in a cool, dark place until they’re suitably bletted and have developed an aromatic flavour. The medlar is an ancient fruit tree thought to have originated in the Middle East centuries ago. It was probably introduced to much of Europe by the Romans, and was a great favourite at the dinner table in Medieval England. They must be “bletted” or left until half rotten to break down the acids and tannins before they can be eaten. If you don’t mind the gritty, mushy texture you’ll find that the flavour is excellent. charliesfruitmarket.au/all-products/medlars/ #exotic #fruit Charlies Fruit Online
Posted on: Mon, 12 May 2014 06:00:05 +0000
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