Agriculture Bureau,New Taipei City Government
Agriculture Bureau,New Taipei City Government
Pomelo
Citrus fruits dominate New Taipei City’s fruit production, with pomelo being the main product.
Pomelo is rich in nutrients, low in calories, and high in vitamin C and dietary fiber. It is primarily produced in the districts of Bali, Tamsui, Wugu, Xizhi, Linkou, and Xindian.
Thanks to the sodium ions from sea breezes and the mineral-rich volcanic soil, New Taipei pomelos are known for their bouncy flesh, strong fragrance, and a perfect balance of sweetness with a hint of acidity, making them irresistibly delicious.
Harvesting usually begins after the “White Dew” solar term and peaks before the Mid-Autumn Festival, making pomelos a seasonal favorite for the holiday.
After harvest, they are stored for a period to allow some moisture to evaporate and the peel to soften, making them better for consumption—a process referred to in Taiwanese as “sio-tsuí” (消水).
Related products include: heart-shaped pomelos, pomelo blossom hydrating mist, pomelo soy sauce paste, pomelo vinaigrette, pomelo tea, pomelo-flavored fried chicken, pomelo pork knuckle, and pomelo latte.
- Place of Origin: Bali, Tamsui, Wugu, Xizhi, Linkou, Xindian
- Harvest Season: September to October
