A relative of roses, quince belongs to perennial tree crops. Its fruits are not only tasty, but also useful, extracts are made from them and even used as a basis for medicines.
Quince (Cydonia) is fragrant and appetizing, it attracts attention on market stalls and on store shelves. It is simply impossible to pass by the captivating fruit in autumn.
Quince fruits are oblong and bright yellow, taste like lemon, but slightly more tart, with a touch of spice. They are rarely eaten raw.
Quince tannins heal the intestines, and vitamins and minerals help pregnant women to overcome toxicosis
Quince is rich in sugars, as well as pectin and essential oils, the skin contains enant-ethyl and pelargonium-ethyl esters, which is why the fruits smell so tempting. The iron content in this fruit exceeds the daily human need, and copper perfectly helps the microelement to be absorbed. It is also important that the fruits are rich in minerals and vitamin C.
Such a storehouse of useful substances simply cannot but be a source of health. Quince is recommended for those who suffer from anemia and gastrointestinal disorders, as well as people with liver problems. It is indispensable for expectant mothers and elderly people who are in dire need of a full-fledged vitamin and mineral complex and a natural source of energy. In addition, quince has a pronounced diuretic effect, and therefore is useful for people with heart disease.
Valeologists recommend eating quince fruit every day for those who are engaged in mental work or have serious physical activity.
Quince in the east is also used as an external remedy. So, its broth is used for compresses for burns, dermatitis and local inflammation. There is only one condition – properly made compresses must be warm. Quince tinctures and compotes help with whooping cough and bronchitis, the tart-tasting liquid removes phlegm and relieves coughing.
Eastern peoples eat quince in all its forms. Fried, it becomes a side dish for meat, baked – an independent dish, pounded – a sauce. And from this late fruit you can make jelly, marmalade, mustard, adjika, etc.
Try quince duck. It is very tasty and the recipe is no different from duck with apples, with the only exception that the apple must be replaced with peeled Cydonia fruits. Poultry meat from such a neighborhood becomes very tender and fragrant.
Beef goes well with quince. It is great to stew coarsely chopped meat with fruit cubes and pumpkin pieces. Be sure to add oriental herbs and leave the almost finished dish to simmer over low heat for 20-25 minutes. You will discover a new taste of familiar meat.