Chinese red date

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Interesting fruit. It starts like an apple and ends like a date, but is neither.

Also a super fruit, rich in vitamins (especially Vitamin C), minerals (iron, potassium), fiber, and antioxidants.

Stage 1: Fresh jujube (not fully ripe) - Popular in Taiwan
Fully green, apple-like shape.
Consistency is between apple and pear.
Taste is between pear and litchi.
Very refreshing, high water content.
The type I found in winter in Taiwan.

Stage 2: Blushing / red - Popular in mainland China
Green with red spots - to fully red
Still apple-like shape.
Sweeter, softer.
The type I found in winter in China.

Stage 3: Dried
It dries naturally, even on the tree.
Dark red/brown : chewy, date-like
Very sweet