Nashi

Nashi

Crisp and juicy Nashi pears

I visited an acupuncturist recently who specialises in Chinese medicine and he suggested I eat one or two Nashi or Asian/Oriental pears daily, to relieve congestion. Nashi are excellent for eating fresh from the hand, as they retain their crispness even in storage. Handle the fruit with care, as nashi will bruise easily, hence they are often sold with a protective wrapper. Simply slice and eat, or serve slices of nashi with cheese.