Discover the Top 8 Ways to Choose the Best, Juiciest Pomelos

1. How to Choose Delicious, Juicy Năm Roi Pomelos

Năm Roi pomelos are a famous variety in Vietnam, especially in the Mekong Delta region. There are many stories about the origin of this pomelo variety. The first person to discover it was Mr. Trần Văn Bưởi from Hậu Giang province. Afraid that his children would steal the precious pomelos, he warned that anyone caught stealing them would be punished with five lashes. Thus, the name Năm Roi pomelos was born.

Năm Roi pomelos are harvested twice a year, in August and December of the lunar calendar. When we talk about Năm Roi pomelos, we remember their sweet taste, juicy flesh, and gentle aroma. They are often served as a dessert after meals, juiced, or used in pomelo salads. The peel is used to extract essential oil, which is known for its benefits in maintaining skin beauty, reducing stress, and combating aging. Pomelo seeds have also been proven by scientists to have potential benefits for heart and diabetes patients. With such remarkable benefits, selecting the best pomelos adds to their allure. Here are some tips for choosing delicious Năm Roi pomelos.

• Pomelo Stem: Observing the stem can give you insight into when the pomelo was harvested, whether it is ripe or not, and if it is sweet. A withered stem indicates an older, ripe pomelo, while a fresh stem indicates a recently harvested pomelo.
• Pomelo Peel: The peel of Năm Roi pomelos is green with a slight yellowish tinge and has distinctive bumps. If you notice evenly sized and large bumps, the pomelo is older, whereas younger pomelos have smaller bumps. Another method is to gently tap the pomelo with your hand to gauge the thickness of the peel. A firm pomelo with a thin peel is likely to be delicious, while a thick peel is unpredictable in terms of sweetness.
• Weight: Năm Roi pomelos typically weigh between 1-2 kilograms. Those grown following proper procedures may even reach 2 kilograms. It's advisable not to buy pomelos weighing less than 1 kilogram.

These are some methods to select the finest Năm Roi pomelos amidst the diverse market offerings today. Armed with these principles, you'll be praised for your skill in pomelo selection.

2. How to Select Perfectly Delicious Green Peel Pomelos

Green pomelos are widely loved for their delicious taste and abundance of nutrients beneficial to health. How to choose the best green pomelo? These tips below will help you select a pomelo with superb quality.

Selection Tips:

• Observe the peel: A good green pomelo has a tight, evenly textured peel. As the pomelo ripens, the nodules on the peel become larger. If the peel is not tight, it may indicate an unripe or overripe pomelo, which you should avoid. Choose green pomelos with thin peels, as they are likely to be ripe and sweeter. To distinguish between thin and thick peels, gently tap the pomelo with your hand. A thin peel will make a crisp sound, while a thick peel will produce a dull sound.
• Based on weight: Weight is a common factor in choosing green pomelos. When lifting a pomelo, compare its weight to others of the same type. Pomelos weighing 1 kg or more are often ripe and juicy. Avoid pomelos weighing less than 1 kg, as they may be underripe or grown in poor soil, resulting in less flavor and juiciness.
• Observe the stem: Another tip for choosing green pomelos is to check the freshness of the stem. Press the stem with your finger; if it feels firm, the pomelo is fresh. A soft stem indicates an older pomelo.
• Direct testing: This method is applicable when buying in bulk, from a trusted store, or directly from the orchard. Normally, sellers won't allow testing for individual purchases due to the relatively high price of a green pomelo. You can taste the pomelo directly to assess its aroma, sweetness, and juiciness. A good green pomelo will have an easy-to-peel skin, a fragrant aroma, and a sweet, juicy taste. A standard green pomelo is seedless, making it easy to identify when cutting. There are many pomelo-like fruits on the market, but they are difficult to peel, contain many seeds, and are less sweet and juicy when eaten.

Pay attention to these criteria to choose the best quality pomelo.

3. Choosing the Best Pomelo Variety: Diễn Pomelo

Diễn Pomelo has been famous nationwide since ancient times with the saying 'cam Canh, Diễn pomelo.' Many consumers prefer Diễn Pomelo for its refreshing sweetness, distinctive fragrance, and health benefits. The Diễn region refers to the area in Phú Diễn commune, Bắc Từ Liêm district, Hanoi.

Selection Criteria:

• Shape, color: A good Diễn Pomelo has a round shape, smooth peel, turns golden-orange when ripe, and feels heavy when held. The average weight ranges from 0.8 - 1kg. Delicious, standard pomelos are spherical, with a dark yellow or reddish-yellow color.
• Size: While many people prefer larger fruits, for Diễn Pomelo, it's best to choose medium-sized fruits, about the size of three cupped hands. Larger fruits tend to be dry and offer less sweetness.
• Peel, fragrance: Look for firm, heavy fruits with small stems, thin peels, and sunburn marks, as they will be much tastier and sweeter than fresh yellow pomelos. Diễn Pomelo has a distinctive fragrance. After being harvested for 1 to 2 months, the peel will tighten, release more juice, and become sweeter. Store the pomelo by wiping it clean, placing it in a mesh bag, or stacking it on a layer of sand in a dry, ventilated corner of the house. Avoid using mesh bags in humid weather. Never store pomelos in the refrigerator to prevent rapid spoilage.
• If you intend to use Diễn Pomelo for offerings, it's best to purchase fresh, recently cut fruits with green stems, beautiful yellow peels, and a balanced weight. The pomelo will become juicier and sweeter after the Tet holiday. Choose firm, heavy fruits with small stems, thin peels, and sunburn marks for the best flavor and aroma.
• Pulp: When cut open, the pulp should be smooth, golden, not too large or too small, with thin membranes, moist, sweet, and rich in flavor. The seeds should be small and firm.

Choosing delicious Diễn Pomelo is not difficult if you remember these tips. Wish you success in selecting delicious and high-quality products.

4. Phúc Trạch Pomelo

Perhaps it's the nourishment from the Ngàn Sâu river and the land of the Hương Khê mountains in Hà Tĩnh that gives the distinctive flavor to Phúc Trạch Pomelo. Surprisingly, this renowned fruit, despite being propagated in many places, doesn't taste as good as those grown in this region. Unlike some other pomelo varieties available year-round, the Phúc Trạch pomelo season lasts only about three months (from the 7th to the 9th lunar month). Due to limited production, Phúc Trạch pomelos remain rare, with few people having the opportunity to taste them. Currently, Phúc Trạch pomelos are mainly grown in four communes: Phúc Trạch, Hương Trạch, Hương Đô, and Lộc Yên (Hương Khê district). There are 10 neighboring communes growing this type of pomelo, but for many, the best ones are still from Phúc Trạch.

Selection Criteria:

• A distinguishing feature of Phúc Trạch pomelo compared to other varieties is its nearly spherical shape, with the width and height almost equal. The peel is neither smooth nor rough, turning yellowish when ripe. The fruit's stem is not protruding, and the bottom is slightly concave. The segments are not attached to the membrane, and each segment is plump and juicy. The flesh color is light pink or white, with an average fruit weight of 1-1.5 kg, containing 14-16 segments.
• To select a good fruit from this variety, you need to visually inspect it. A round, uniform, glossy peel indicates a good pomelo. Avoid misshapen or damaged fruits. Choose fruits with fresh stems. To check, press the stem; if there are marks, it's been stored for long.
• Furthermore, a good Phúc Trạch pomelo should have large spikes. Small spikes indicate an immature fruit. Alternatively, choose fruits that are moderately large, feel heavy, and avoid excessively large ones.

This renowned fruit, once tasted, leaves an unforgettable impression due to its rich, sweet, and refreshing flavor. With these tips, hopefully, you'll select a delicious pomelo for your family.

5. Peach Pomelo

Peach pomelo is characterized by being quite juicy, sweet with a hint of refreshing sourness. The Peach pomelo variety, imported from the North to be grown in the thriving land of Cam My, yields high productivity and excellent quality. The fruit has yellow skin and red flesh, with a sweet and slightly tart taste.

• A tip for selecting delicious pomelos is to choose ones with bright skin color, plump and large spikes, indicating ripe and sweet fruits.
• The stem should be fresh, the skin firm and yellowish.
• Uniform in size and significantly heavier than other fruits of the same size - you can feel this by 'weighing' the fruit in your hand.
• Thin skin - when tapping the fruit lightly with your fingers, you should hear a 'hollow' sound. Conversely, fruits with thick skin will make a 'thud' sound. Another simple method is to press your finger lightly onto the fruit. If it feels firm, it's good to go.

Choosing delicious pomelos is not too difficult but it requires meticulousness, paying attention to every detail to get the best ones.

Pomelo is a fruit that many people love because of its delicious, sweet, and easy-to-eat flavor. However, you can't always eat pomelo because if you eat it improperly, it will seriously affect your health. Below are some important considerations when eating pomelo that you should remember for yourself and your family.

Selection Tips:

• Absolutely do not eat pomelo on an empty stomach: Pomelo contains a large amount of acid - it is completely harmful to the stomach if you eat it while hungry. Many people believe that eating pomelo or drinking pomelo juice on an empty stomach will help you lose weight quickly. However, you are completely wrong because it will cause serious harm to the stomach.
• People suffering from diarrhea or poor digestion: If your digestive system is poor or you are suffering from diarrhea, you should not eat pomelo because pomelo's cold properties will make you have more severe stomach pain or diarrhea. Therefore, if you feel unwell, you should not eat pomelo.

Do Not Eat Pomelo When Taking Certain Medications:

• Weight loss drugs: Never think that the combination of these two will be great for your weight loss. If you take a few weight loss pills with a glass of pomelo juice when your blood fat level is high, it can lead to muscle pain and kidney damage.
• Allergy medications: The combination of allergy medications with pomelo is also very dangerous because it can cause headaches, palpitations, irregular heartbeat... and even lead to sudden death. In addition, eating pomelo with the following types of medications within 24 hours can also cause many side effects: Cyclosporine solution, Caffeine, Calcium antagonists, Cisapride... So, if you are using special medications, especially the elderly, you should limit eating pomelo or drinking pomelo juice whether it's before or after taking the medicine for a few hours.
• People who smoke, drink beer, alcohol, or beverages containing Ethanol: Pomelo should only be eaten and drunk after 48 hours of quitting smoking and alcohol. Because pomelo contains Puranocoumarin which increases gut enzymes, increases toxicity, or changes the effects of medication, Nicotine, Ethanol harm health.

Although good, if you eat it improperly, you will also encounter troubles. Pay attention to make this fruit work well for your health.