The persimmons grown in Lintong District look as red as fire and as clear as crystal, hence the name Fire-crystal persimmons. Though persimmons are popular in Shaanxi, the Fire-crystal persimmons, the local product in Lintong, rank No.1 in quality. With thin peel and sweet pulp, they are small, fire red, crystal clear, and seedless. Lintong Fire-crystal persimmons can be used to make wine and vinegar despite their popularity as a fresh fruit. They can also help with stomach problems and constipation, stop bleeding, lower blood pressure for their medicinal property apart from their tonic effect. The pancakes made from the persimmons, soft and tasty, are very popular in Xi'an. |