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Ya pear

Asian pears · 梨 · 亚洲梨

Ya pear in October (this month)

Look for China

This origin is in fresh-crop season.

China's best-known pear, from Hebei. Stored and sold all year.

Mild-sweetCrispVery juicy
Look for
Pale yellow-green with a narrow, duck-like neck.
Best for
Eating chilled, double-boiled soups
China
Fresh cropStored / lateNot shipping
Fresh crop now (1)
CN
ChinaHebei, Xinjiang (Korla)
Fresh crop
Ya pear grown in China
New crop, harvest 1 month in

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Common questions

When is Ya pear asian pears in season in Singapore?
China: Sep–Nov. Fresh-crop months by origin.
Which country's Ya pear is best in October?
Look for China.
How do I pick a ripe asian pears?
Feel: Firm and heavy for its size. Asian pears should feel hard, like an apple. Skin: Even golden-brown or yellow-green, with no soft or wet spots. Smell: A light, sweet smell at the base. Avoid: Dents and bruises. Asian pears bruise easily, so check the bottom of the box.
How should I store asian pears?
Fridge. Lasts 1–3 weeks. Keep each pear in its foam net so they don't bruise each other. Eat chilled.

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