How Do You Ripen Korean Pears

Purdue University notes that most growers use the color and sweetness of the fruit to determine when it’s ready for harvest. Soften (ripen) the Asian pears by storing them at room temperature for two weeks or in a paper or plastic bag in the refrigerator for up to four weeks.

How do you know when a Korean pear is ripe?

The skin color of most Asian pears changes from green to yellow when ripe. When the color change occurs, pick and sample a pear. Ripe fruit should be crisp, crunchy, and sweet. Harvest Asian pears when the fruit have the appropriate color and taste.

How do you ripen a pear in minutes?

If you don’t have a lot of time to wait for your pears to ripen, use the tried and true banana trick. Place your pears in a paper bag or an enclosed area with a ripe banana or apple. Ripe apples and bananas give off a gas called ethylene that triggers the ripening process in unripe pears.