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Reinkings are medium to large in size and somewhat pear shaped or bell shaped, with a flat bottom. The rind is yellow and rough rather than smooth. The flesh is light yellow in color and juicy, but is also described as ricey, a reference to the texture. Like many pomelos, Reinkings tend to be very seedy and the taste is sweet and pleasant with a mild tartness.
Seasons/Availability
The Reinking pomelo is available mid-winter through early spring.
Current Facts
The Reinking pomelo, or Citrus maxima 'Reinking," is a variety of pomelo, one of a number of a large, sweet citrus fruit that has been used in the parentage of other citrus such as grapefruit and tangelos. Less common names include pummelo, shaddock, and Chinese grapefruit. The Reinking pomelo's exact parentage is unknown, but it was once thought to be a hybrid of Kao Phuang pomelo and Shamouti sweet orange. Recent tests have determined that the variety probably resulted from a cross of Kao Phuang with unidentified pomelo pollen rather than a sweet orange.
Nutritional Value
Pomelos are extremely high in Vitamin C, and Reinkings are no exception. They also contain potassium, magnesium, Vitamin B6, and dietary fiber. Their dietary properties make them helpful in preventing colds and in digestion.
Applications
Pomelos are most commonly eaten fresh or made into juice. To eat a fresh pomelo, score and remove the rind, peel off the pith, and cut or divide into sections. Alternatively, cut it in half and scoop out with a spoon. Pomelos also have a surprising number of culinary applications. They are juiced, made into jam, cut up into tropical salads, and added to chicken or fish dishes. Pomelos should be added to dishes near the end of the cooking period, since they can taste bitter when heated. While the rind is thick and very bitter when raw, it doesn't have to go to waste. It can be made into marmalade or candied, or even used to flavor soups. Choose Reinking pomelos that feel heavy, which will have the most juice. Pomelos store well because of their thick flesh; place either in a cool, dry location or in the refrigerator.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
Pomelos are popular in Asian countries such as China, Vietnam, Thailand, and Indonesia, but are growing in popularity in the United States. In many Asian countries, pomelos are a sign of good luck at the Lunar New Year, and are part of some traditional medical practices.
Geography/History
Pomelos are native to southeast Asia and grown wild in countries such as Malaysia and Fiji. They were introduced to China around 100 B.C.E., and then were brought to the Caribbean by an English explorer in the seventeenth century. They did not take well to most parts of the Western Hemisphere, but have been used in the parentage of grapefruit. Commercially, they are grown in Asia, Israel, California, and Florida. Reinkings specifically are thought to have been developed in the 1940s, and budwood was first brought to the U.S. Date and Citrus Station in 1965.
Reinking pomelos are uniquely medium to large and pear-shaped, featuring a flat bottom and yellow, rough rind. Their flesh is light yellow, juicy, and noted for its ricey texture. These pomelos are typically very seedy but offer a sweet and pleasant taste balanced with mild tartness, making them a flavorful fruit choice among pomelo varieties.
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Pomelos are versatile fruits with many culinary uses. You can enjoy them fresh by peeling the rind and pith away or cut them in half to scoop out the segments. They are great in tropical salads, chicken, or fish dishes and can even be juiced or made into jam. The rind, though thick and bitter, can be transformed into marmalade, candied treats, or used to flavor soups. When cooking, add pomelos at the end to avoid bitterness. Choose heavy ones for juicier fruit and store them in a cool, dry spot or the fridge.
The Reinking pomelo, a type of Citrus maxima, is a large, sweet citrus fruit also called pummelo, shaddock, or Chinese grapefruit. Long thought to be a hybrid of Kao Phuang pomelo and Shamouti sweet orange, recent research suggests it likely resulted from a cross between Kao Phuang and unidentified pomelo pollen. Packed with Vitamin C, potassium, magnesium, Vitamin B6, and fiber, Reinkings promote good digestion and help fortify the immune system.
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Pomelos hold significant cultural value in several Asian countries, including China, Vietnam, Thailand, and Indonesia. They are considered a symbol of good luck, especially during the Lunar New Year celebrations. In addition to their festive importance, they are also used in traditional medicine in some of these cultures. Interestingly, their popularity is expanding beyond Asia, with more people in the United States now embracing this unique fruit.
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Reinking Pomelos from Mud Creek Ranch…..Reinking Pomelos have a unique texture often described as "ricey," referring to their distinct flesh consistency. They are medium to large, pear or bell-shaped, with a flat bottom and rough yellow rind. Their juicy light yellow flesh carries a sweet flavor with mild tartness, but they tend to be quite seedy, exemplifying the characteristics of many pomelos.
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Pomelos are versatile fruits that can be enjoyed fresh, made into juices, and incorporated into tropical salads or dishes with chicken and fish. To prepare a fresh pomelo, remove the thick rind and pith before dividing it into sections or scooping it out with a spoon. Interestingly, the bitter rind can also be repurposed into marmalade, candied treats, or even used as a seasoning in soups. Choose heavy pomelos for juiciness, and store them in a cool, dry place or in the refrigerator.
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Santa Paula,CA
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Reinking pomelos, a variety of Citrus maxima, are among the largest sweet citrus fruits and are ancestors of hybrids like grapefruits and tangelos. Though once thought a hybrid of Kao Phuang pomelo and Shamouti sweet orange, recent studies suggest Reinking pomelos likely resulted from a cross of Kao Phuang with unidentified pomelo pollen. Rich in Vitamin C, potassium, magnesium, and dietary fiber, they support immune health and digestion.
Pomelos are native to Southeast Asia, thriving in places like Malaysia and Fiji, and were introduced to China around 100 B.C.E. An English explorer later brought them to the Caribbean in the seventeenth century. Though they did not flourish broadly in the Western Hemisphere, they played a role in the development of grapefruit. Today, pomelos are commercially grown in Asia, Israel, California, and Florida, with the Reinking variety developed in the 1940s and introduced to the U.S. in 1965.
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