Rising Sun Fuji takes the spotlight this week. Ripening six weeks ahead of regular Fuji apples, Rising Sun Fuji apples have a bright pinkish-red blush with a smooth finish and mild, sweet flavor. Its creamy white flesh and signature crunch make the Rising Sun Fuji a delight for all. Read on for more facts about this tasty treat.
All About Rising Sun Fuji Apples
Rising Sun Fuji, a medium to large varietal, has a smooth semi-thick skin with light texture, nearly entirely covered in dark red to crimson blush colors. You may also see some striping and mottling, with a yellow to ivory colored flesh that results in a crisp consistency. This variety belongs to the Rosaceae family, and needs ample sun to flourish. You’ll enjoy the faint, fruity aroma of this sweet apple with its subtle floral, tangy complexity.
Rising Sun Fuji apples have a high nutritional content. A top source of vitamin C for a strong immune system and reduced inflammation, these apples contain plenty of fiber to regulate the digestive tract, as well as potassium to balance fluid levels. They provide vitamin A for healthy organ functioning, antioxidants to protect against free radical damage, and other nutrients, including folate, zinc, copper, calcium, magnesium, and vitamin E.
What Are Rising Sun Fuji Apples Good For?
According to Specialty Produce, Rising Sun Fuji apples are perfect for many raw and cooked applications, including:
- Out of hand
- Sliced and served with cheeses
- Chopped into salads
- Fresh topping in granola and parfaits
- Shredded into slaws
- Dipped in caramel, chocolate, and nut butter
- Layered onto toast, burgers, or in sandwiches
- Cooked into purees, sauces, and apple butter
- Simmered into jellies, jams, chutney, and preserves
- Baked into cakes, muffins, pies, turnovers, tarts, and crumbles
- Roasted with vegetables
- Stuffed into meats
- Pressed into juices
- Used in cider blends
- Added to soups
- Blended into smoothies
Rising Sun Fuji apples pair well with meats such as pork chops, bacon, poultry, and turkey. You can also serve them with nuts such as almonds, pecans, and walnuts, we well as cheeses such as cheddar, brie, goat, manchego, gorgonzola, and blue.
Just keep in mind that whole, unwashed Rising Sun Fuji apples don’t have a very long shelf life, only keeping in the crisper drawer of your fridge for about a month.
Visit Robinette’s Apple Haus & Winery
Our apple orchard is almost open, but in the meantime, come see us at the Apple Haus where we have a bakery, winery, and cider mill with plenty of treats. Call us at (800) 400-8100 today to browse the fun activities we offer as well.
