Scorching summer temperatures call for fresh fruits that thrive in the heat.
However, choosing the right one can be a costly and responsible task.
To make sure we make the best decisions, we sought the guidance of “Fine Farm” founders Abby and Mattan Payne, who have helped us navigate this before. world of avocado and watermelon.
peach:
Peaches come in two main types – yellow and white – with countless varieties for each. In Israel, common white varieties include Almog, Oded, Swilling, White Lady, Sugar Lady, Summer Snow, Armoza, September Snow, and 1881. On the other hand, the common yellow varieties are Early Spring, Texas, Pita, 1882, and Sweet. september.
A hard-harvested peach continues to ripen after being picked, becoming softer and sweeter. If you prefer firmer peaches, choose the most brightly colored fruits for a sweeter and firmer feel. For the sweetest peaches, choose fully colored and soft fruit.
Nectar:
Amrit is a delightful avatar Peachy, naturally sweet and without fizz. Similar to peaches, nectarines are divided into two types – yellow and white. In Israel, common white varieties include Gali, Sun Snow, Artik Star, Artik Sweet, and Arctic Pride. Common yellow varieties are Early Ruby, April Glow, Red Ruby, Red Glow, Fantasia, and Praline.
Like peaches, nectarines with stronger colors tend to be sweeter when firm. For the sweetest experience, choose nectarines that are soft and fully colored.
Apricots:
Apricots, small and sweet, have an incredibly short season, leading to the saying “bukhara fil masham” (tomorrow in apricot season) in Arabic to describe an elusive opportunity. Common apricot cultivars include Daniel, Zeiger, Nitzen, Teraug, Orit, Early Gold, Early Kot, and Ranana.
offer apricots various health benefitsSo that they can be included in your diet.
The key to selecting the best apricots is to look for a fruit that is deep in color and does not have a green area, as green apricots tend to be more sour. For longer shelf life, buy ripe fruits for immediate consumption and some green ones for later, as the latter will continue to ripen even in the refrigerator.
Goose Apples:
The Goose apple, named after Father Stein’s daughter, is a unique variety specific to the season. Unlike other common Israeli apple varieties, which are kept refrigerated for up to a year, the Hans apple is only available fresh due to its short shelf life.
For perfectly ripe apples, look for green fruit with red cheeks. An apple with yellow skin indicates over-ripeness.
Plum:
Plums, a small deciduous tree fruit, are rich in potassium, iron, vitamin A and B vitamins. Israel boasts a variety of plums, including yellow (Ogden, Kelsey, San Gold), red (Santa Rosa, Red Butte, Fryer). Black Amber), and Greenish (Vixen), each with its own unique flavor profile.