Yali Pears
Estimated Inventory, lb : 0
This item was last sold on : 11/08/23
Description/Taste
Yali pears are medium to large in size and are tear-drop shaped, usually slanted to one side with a large base that tapers to a smaller, narrow neck with a characteristically long, brown stem. The thin, green skin transforms to yellow when ripe and is firm and smooth with light russeting and prominent lenticels or pores covering the surface. The flesh is white to cream-colored, crisp, moist, fine-textured, and aromatic, encasing a central core with a few small, black seeds. Yali pears are also somewhat softer than other Asian pears, making them more susceptible to bruising. When ripe, Yali pears are sweet, mildly tart, and juicy, with flavor notes of cinnamon, anise, spice, and vanilla.
Seasons/Availability
Yali Asian pears are available from Penryn Orchards in the fall months.
Current Facts
There are thousands of different known varieties of Asian pears, each varying slightly in shape and color. All Asian pears today are relatives of Pyrus ussuriensis (Ussuri pear) and Pyrus serotina (Japanese sand pear). The Asian pear is known by many names including Nashi, Japanese pear, sand pear and Chinese pear. Though of no relation to apples Asian pears are often referred to as apple pears because of their crisp and juicy apple like consistency.
Nutritional Value
Low in sodium, fat and calories, fresh pears have no cholesterol and provide a source of dietary fiber, vitamin C and folate.
Applications
Yali Asian pears are delicious cooked and pair well with warm spices like cloves, cinnamon, allspice and nutmeg.
Geography/History
Locally grown in California and located right in the middle of the very best fruit-growing region in the nation, Penryn Orchard Specialties is known for their fantastic fruit.
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