medlar

Medlars originally come from Asia. They were first cultivated around 3000 years ago.
Medlars used to be a popular fruit in Germany and were already of great importance in the Middle Ages.
Today, however, they are almost forgotten.
The flesh of medlars tastes sweet and pleasantly sour. Medlars also have an intense, fruity and fresh flavour. Their flavour is somewhat reminiscent of peaches and apricots.

Medlars are very healthy and contain various B vitamins, C, E, as well as calcium, chlorine, potassium, magnesium, sodium, iron, fluorine, iodine, manganese and zinc.

Medlars that are not yet fully ripe can be stored in a cool cellar for a few days without hesitation, making sure that they are not stacked on top of each other.
Ripe medlars can be kept in the fridge for up to a week without any problems.