Fruit · Fresh
Quinces
Also called membrillo, kweepeer, ayva
Hard, golden, perfumed fruit too astringent to eat raw; cooked into membrillo, jams, and Persian and Turkish stews and desserts.
What can replace it
- T2 · GoodCooking apples
Less perfumed and softer; cook for less time and add lemon.
- T2 · GoodStewing pears
Sweeter and less perfumed; add lemon juice.
- T3 · In a pinchGreen apples
Much milder and quicker-cooking, not perfumed.
Cook with Quinces
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