The largest of all citrus fruits, the pomelo is slightly round or pear-shaped.
Greenish to yellow to pinkish, it’s wrapped in a very thick skin and may be five to ten inches in diameter.
Ranging from the size of a baby cantaloupe to almost basketball size, this fruit can weigh several pounds.
The pulp may be rich pink, pale pink, light yellow or whitish and varies in taste from one variety to another.
It may be juicy or a bit dry, acidic to sweet and seedy to nearly seedless.
No matter what, however, they are never bitter.
PREP: Every bit of the heavy pith and membrane must be removed to make this giant gem edible.
Cut off ends; score skin; peel away pith and rind.
Separate segments, pulling or cutting off the membrane.
Serve like grapefruit sections.
Pair with seafood, coconut, papaya, peanuts, chile, garlic, and Thai or Asian spices.
The thick peel may be candied.
To store, refrigerate.
Use promptly for optimum quality and flavor.
