The correct peeling method for kiwifruit

Kiwi peel can be directly scooped up with a spoon to remove the flesh or peel off the skin, suitable for fruits of different maturity levels.

Kiwi fruit has a soft texture and fine hairs on the skin, which can easily cause damage to the flesh when peeled directly. High maturity kiwifruit can be harvested by rotating a spoon along the inner side of the skin to extract intact flesh, which can maximize the retention of juice and nutrients. Immature fruits can be cut off at both ends first, and then the skin can be removed longitudinally with a fruit knife. Pay attention to maintaining a small angle between the blade and the fruit surface to avoid cutting off too thick flesh. For ready to eat soft ripe kiwifruit, it is more convenient to cut it in half horizontally and scoop it up with a spoon.

Some varieties of kiwifruit have thicker skin or obvious fuzz, which can be washed with clean water first and then dried, and then treated more efficiently with a peeler. If the fruit is hard, it is recommended to place it in a paper bag and ripen it with apples, bananas, etc. for 1-2 days before consumption. After peeling, kiwifruit should be consumed as soon as possible or sealed and refrigerated to avoid oxidation and discoloration that can affect taste and vitamin C content.

For daily consumption of kiwifruit, it is recommended to choose fresh fruits with intact skin and slightly elastic pressing. When the maturity is insufficient, they can be stored together with other fruits for ripening. During the peeling process, pay attention to cleaning the cutting tools to avoid contaminating the fruit pulp. It is recommended for those who are allergic to kiwi protease to wear gloves during operation. Eating 1-2 kiwi fruits daily can meet the vitamin C needs of adults, and those with weak gastrointestinal function should consume a small amount between meals.