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Choose the best Vietnamese strawberries this season with this handy guide.

Strawberries are currently in season and are available at affordable prices. However, many people are unaware of how to differentiate between Vietnamese and Chinese strawberries.

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3 March, 2024

Currently, strawberries are in season so they can be found in every market and fruit store. However, if you pay attention, you will notice that there are different types of strawberries, with varying sizes. Some come in plastic boxes, while others are spilled out on the floor. The price of strawberries this season fluctuates, ranging from 50,000 to 70,000 VND, some even cost more than a hundred thousand VND.

Vietnamese strawberries: various sizes, uneven shapes, sunken stems

The sellers often claim that the strawberries are from Moc Chau or Dalat. How can we tell the difference between Vietnamese strawberries and imported ones?

To distinguish genuine Moc Chau strawberries, consumers should know:

– Moc Chau strawberries are usually packed in plastic boxes, with shock-resistant and vacuum-sealed liners that can only preserve them for 2-3 days. On the other hand, Chinese strawberries are often piled on plates or packed in trays, which can keep them fresh for up to ten days. This is because strawberries imported through ports are usually transported in 10 or 20 kg boxes. Street vendors buy them and spill them out on their stalls or pack them into trays.

– Chinese strawberries are bigger in size and cheaper than Moc Chau strawberries, but they taste sour, slightly dark, and not as aromatic.

Moc Chau strawberries in plastic boxes, Chinese strawberries displayed on plates or in trays

– Moc Chau strawberries have a vibrant red color, with various sizes and uneven shapes. Sellers often sort them into different categories. In contrast, Chinese strawberries have a more consistent size, with rounder and protruding stems.

– The flesh of Moc Chau strawberries is evenly reddish and the center appears red-pink when cut in half. Chinese strawberries, on the other hand, have white centers.

– Moc Chau strawberries are not treated with preservatives, so they cannot be stored for long. They can only last for 2-3 days at room temperature or 3-5 days in the refrigerator. Imported strawberries, however, can last up to 8-10 days without spoiling, even when sold by street vendors under the scorching sun.

– Moc Chau strawberries are sold in three different sizes: large, small, and medium, while Chinese strawberries are sold in a mixed manner.

Strawberries are delicious fruits that are currently in season. So, you can enjoy them right now and take care of your health. But remember the tips above to choose the best strawberries when you go shopping.

Frequently asked questions

Genuine Moc Chau strawberries are usually packed in plastic boxes with shock-resistant and vacuum-sealed liners, which keep them fresh for only 2-3 days. In contrast, imported Chinese strawberries are often piled on plates or packed in trays, allowing them to stay fresh for up to 10 days.

Yes, Moc Chau strawberries exhibit a vibrant red color and vary in size and shape. They are often sorted into different categories by sellers. Chinese strawberries, on the other hand, have a more consistent size, with rounder and protruding stems, and their centers are white when cut in half.

Absolutely! Moc Chau strawberries are known for their aromatic flavor. In contrast, Chinese strawberries tend to taste sour and slightly less sweet.

Chinese strawberries are generally bigger and cheaper. However, Moc Chau strawberries are not treated with preservatives, resulting in a shorter shelf life. They last 2-3 days at room temperature and 3-5 days in the refrigerator. Imported strawberries can last up to 8-10 days, even in less than ideal conditions.

Moc Chau strawberries are sold in three distinct sizes: large, small, and medium. This helps consumers choose the quantity that best suits their needs.