![]() This citrus, that has been familiar as a breakfast staple, is finding all sorts of new ways to make it to the table. Substitute lemons or oranges with grapefruit in your recipes and you would be surprised by a very refreshing flavor. Beyond breakfast and snack time, the grapefruit has seen the resurgence in popularity in everything from vinaigrette to grilled meals to desserts. ![]() With the grapefruit, however, you must be sure to avoid eating the white 'pith' as it is very, very bitter. You can cut around from top to bottom and continue to cut into wedges, just like other citrus. You can also slice a grapefruit around the 'equator' and eat it like a bowl, using a serrated spoon to scoop out the sections to eat. They can be eaten by peeling and separating the segments. Grapefruits are citrus fruit, so you eat them like other citrus fruits. ![]() Apart from that, grapefruit pulp and peel make an interesting marmalade. It is widely used in sweet or savory salads. Grapefruit is recommended as an slimming aid as It is supposed to contain enzimes that stimulate metabolism. Usually served with sugar or juiced as a healthy way to start your breakfast. The essential oils from grapefruit are also used in many scented products as well as beauty products. Put the peelings down the garbage disposal for deodorizing. Grapefruit is a great freshener, just like lemon. If you will not be eating them within this time period, store them in the refrigerator crisper where they will keep fresh for about two to three weeks. Grapefruits are naturally juicier when they're slightly warm rather than cool, so it is important to store them at room temperature if you are planning on enjoying them within a week of purchase. So, for the most antioxidants, choose a fully ripened grapefruit. Florida, California, Arizona, and Texas are the four top producing states in the US.Ī study done in Austria suggests that fruits which are ripe, almost to the point of spoilage, actually have increased antioxidant levels. The name 'grapefruit' actually came from the way these delicious fruits grow – hanging in clusters, like grapes, from trees. Scientists believe that the grapefruit was born out of a crossbreeding between an orange and the pomelo. Grapefruit trees came to the US in the early 19th century. ![]() It wasn't until the 18th century that grapefruit was found in Barbados. Grapefruits are one of the newer fruits to be become known outside of their native area. The classification reflects the color of their flesh. The Latin scientific name for grapefruit, citrus paradisi, actually means “paradise-like.” Grapefruits are categorized as white, pink, or ruby, but their color isn't evident from the outside. Grapefruits are typically two to three times larger than their orange cousins. Although they are generally available throughout the year, grapefruit are at their peak during the winter months. Tart and tangy, with sweetness that grabs your taste buds grapefruit rivals the popularity of the orange. Although it can be considered a modern fruit as it was not was recognized as a species until the 1830s, grapefruit has crossed the line from breakfast fruit to useful flavor to have around in the kitchen. ![]() Let's look at this refreshing fruit and learn more. Not only are grapefruits a great way to start your day at breakfast, they are versatile enough to take you all the way to dessert. With a powerful pucker-up quality, the grapefruit needs to be fully ripe before enjoying. ![]()
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