Kim Dae-seok's Microwave-Dried Persimmons

Name: Kim Dae-seok's Microwave-Dried Persimmons
Cook time: 7220 min
Total time: 7220 min
Yield: 5 servings
Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients: astringent persimmon 5 pieces; soju 2 tablespoons; vinegar 1/2 tablespoon

Making chewy persimmon chips by briefly soaking astringent persimmons in soju and vinegar, then preheating and drying them in the microwave

5 days 20 min Difficulty Easy Snacks & desserts

Main ingredients

persimmonsojuvinegar

Ingredients needed 5 servings

astringent persimmon 5 pieces

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Recipe

Wash the astringent persimmons thoroughly, then carefully cut off the top and bottom ends using a knife to create clean, round cuts.
Peel the persimmons completely using a vegetable peeler or knife, removing all skin cleanly.
Cut the peeled persimmons in half, then slice each half into 8 equal pieces lengthwise. Remove seeds by gently pulling them out with your fingertips.
Place all the persimmon pieces in a wide bowl, then sprinkle 2 tablespoons of soju and 1/2 tablespoon of vinegar evenly over the surface. Mix thoroughly to coat each piece evenly.
After gently shaking the bowl, pour off any excess liquid so that no liquid remains at the bottom.
Arrange the persimmon pieces on a large, flat microwave-safe dish, spacing them apart so they don’t overlap.
Place the dish in the microwave and heat for 4 minutes to begin the preliminary drying process.
After the microwave drying is complete, let the pieces cool slightly, then transfer them to a perforated, well-ventilated tray, spreading them out with space between each piece.
Leave the tray in a sunny, breezy, and cool balcony for about 5 days until the persimmon chips become smooth and fully dried.

Wash astringent persimmons, trim the top and bottom ends, peel them, remove seeds, and cut into 8 equal pieces.
Toss the persimmon pieces with 2 tablespoons of soju and 1/2 tablespoon of vinegar until evenly coated, then immediately remove excess moisture.
Spread the pieces on a tray and microwave for 4 minutes to pre-dry. Then transfer to a well-ventilated tray, space them out, and dry in a cool, airy place for about 5 days.

Cooking tips

Slice the persimmons to an even thickness for consistent drying.
Let the microwaved pieces cool slightly before drying in a dehydrator or a well-ventilated area.

Recommended for

Those who want to make chewy persimmon chips from astringent persimmons.
Those curious about reducing drying time using a microwave.

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