Hi Steemit!
My friend pointed out a loquat tree in my neighborhood the other day that just happened to be on the right side of the fence for free picking, so naturally we grabbed a box and loaded it up. I had never even heard of loquats before, so I had no idea what to expect!
Picking them off the tree was easy - we went for the most orangey yellow ones that were a little tender to the touch. I learned how to quickly peel them and eat around the giant seeds. What was supposed to be a quick harvest turned into a 30 minute snack time. I think I ate more right there on the spot than I ended up taking home!
I did manage to save a few to share with you guys, though!!
If you've ever peeled grapes, you'll have no problem with these! LOL. I've read that there are certain varieties that have a thinner skin, but these come off really easily:
Next, I like to make sure the stem nubby is completely taken off and then carefully split the fruit open:
Its not necessary, but I take out the inner membrane thing too. I'm not a fan of the texture:
Eat and enjoy! Seems pretty labor intensive for such a small bite, but its worth it! A sort of cross between an apricot, a lychee, a canapee, maybe a little jocote....I dont know. But its like dessert in a fruit!
I got a seed that started splitting already, so I've planted it.
OMG I CANT STOP EATING THEM!
I've also read that they're best at the end of March/beginning of April but I still see quite a few green fruit and new growth so I'm hoping these babies will last a few more weeks!
Hope you guys had a chance to get your hands dirty this weekend, too!
xo,
Christie