Peach-sized
and shaped like an acorn, it has a smooth, glossy skin that is bright
orange tending to red. Often there is a streak of purple or black on the
skin. Ripe when very soft to touch (astringent taste when unripe). To
eat, halve and scoop out with a spoon, or quarter and serve with lemon.
Sweet and spicy flavor, with a pudding-like texture. Native to China and
Japan.
