Mature pineapple leaves will turn yellow and gradually dry up. Mature pineapple has a special fragrance, which smells more fragrant than immature pineapple. Mature pineapple feels soft, and it will have some elasticity when pressed gently, while immature pineapple feels hard. ?
Pineapples are produced in different regions, such as Hainan, Taiwan Province and Guangdong. It is necessary to choose regular channels to buy pineapples with clear origin to ensure the quality and taste. Generally speaking, the mature appearance color of pineapple should be yellow or yellow-orange, at the same time, the leaves turn yellow, with special fragrance and relatively soft feel. If the appearance color of pineapple is still green, it is immature pineapple.
Matters needing attention in purchasing pineapple
1. Appearance: pineapple with smooth surface, full meat and no obvious tumor should be selected to avoid spots, damage or depressions on the surface.
2. Touch: Gently press the pineapple with your hand. The pineapple should have a certain hardness, but it should not be too hard or too soft. The pineapple that is too hard may not be too fresh, and the pineapple that is too soft may have deteriorated.
3. Color: Choose pineapple with bright color and yellow flesh, and avoid choosing pineapple with dim color or yellow flesh.
4. Smell: smell the pineapple. If it smells bad or musty, it means that the pineapple is not fresh or has a problem.
5. Sugar content: You should choose pineapple with high sugar content. You can judge whether the sugar content is high by smelling it or asking the seller.