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Therefore, in Korea, people see persimmons as more than just a fruit. As a result, people connect persimmons to the changing seasons, and as winter arrives, they turn them into dried persimmons. This blog explores the first step in that process: persimmon preparation.

1st Paragraph: Fresh Persimmons, the First Process

In Korea, persimmons represent autumn and winter. Producers harvest them between October and November and immediately begin preparing fresh persimmons for drying. They start the process by sorting the fruit, marking the first step known as persimmon preparation.

2nd Paragraph: Persimmon Peeling – Hygiene Management is Key

The most crucial aspect of persimmon preparation is hygiene management. The surface of persimmons may carry contaminants from the external environment, necessitating thorough washing. Only persimmons that pass thorough washing to remove bacteria and foreign substances can move on to the dried persimmon process. This process marks the first step toward creating safe and delicious dried persimmon.

3rd Paragraph: Preparation for Dried Persimmon – Care Transmitted Through the Fingertips

The prepared persimmons are now ready to transform into dried persimmons. The crucial element in this transformation process is ‘time’. As time passes, the persimmons slowly dry, concentrating their natural sugars. After preparation, producers carefully manage the persimmons so they dry naturally without sticking. As a result, they gradually turn into dried persimmons, while close attention preserves their flavor and aroma.

4. 4th Paragraph: Time and Nature’s Touch, The Finished Dried Persimmon

Dried persimmons are not simply dried fruit. They are a work of art crafted by time, from preparation and drying to packaging. The white powder is naturally formed sugar crystals, a sign that the persimmon’s natural sweetness is preserved. As a result, people in Korea treat dried persimmons as a meaningful gift, and they play an important role during holidays and special occasions.