The grapefruit (Citrus × paradisi) is a subtropical citrus tree known for its sour to semi-sweet fruit. Grapefruit is a hybrid originating in Barbados as an accidental cross between two introduced species, sweet orange (C. sinesis) and pomelo or shaddock (C. grandis), both of which were introduced from Asia in the seventeenth century. In Malayalam it is known as "Bablimas" (ബബ്ലിമാസ്)in Marathi it's called Torinjan When found, it was named the "forbidden fruit"; and it has also been misidentified with the pomelo.
Food Property | Type | Description |
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Flavor Profile | Sour | The pink grapefruit rind has a sour taste, which is characteristic of citrus fruits. |
Texture | Firmness | The rind of a pink grapefruit is firm and can be difficult to chew. |
Nutritional Value | Micronutrients | Pink grapefruit rind contains various vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin C and potassium. |
Color | Natural Pigments | The pink grapefruit rind has a vibrant pink color due to the presence of natural pigments. |
Aroma | Volatile Compounds | The pink grapefruit rind emits a citrusy aroma, which is characteristic of the fruit. |
Chemical Composition | Water Activity (aw) | The water activity of pink grapefruit rind is relatively low, contributing to its firm texture. |
Cooking Behavior | Heat Conductivity | When cooked, the pink grapefruit rind may conduct heat unevenly due to its thickness. |
Water Retention | The pink grapefruit rind has low water retention properties, causing it to dry out easily when cooked. |
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