The donut peach is a stone fruit; a variety mutated and flattened of the peach, but as sweet as its cousin. Its origin is Chinese even though it was first introduced in the United States in the 19th century when it really began to get world recognition. The donut peach stands out for its high level of water and for not having carbs which makes it a small source of energy. Besides its percentage of antioxidant carotene Is highly relevant as it helps prevent from stomach cancer. It also presents a high percentage of potassium which helps to control both the nervous and muscular system. It is a good source of fiber which helps the digestive system. The donut peach is much recommended to be consumed as a dessert even though it’s perfect to go on culinary adventures because of its easily adaptive flavour to others. It is very interesting as an ice cream or in compote. You can also taste them in salads or aside others courses. Even though it is not one of its strong suit, the donut peach juice won’t be a bad option to try!
The donut peach is produced in the tempered areas that why Spain find itself among the world leader of its production. The total surface dedicated to its production has been on the rise for the past few years thanks to the emergence of less perishable varieties, reaching huge parts of the total European market. In the national territory Murcia and Lerida leads the levels of production. The donut peach occupies 25% of the peach crop in the Region of Murcia and 90.000 tonnes are produced a year. Since the exportation of stone fruits such as the donut peach has been allowed by China the Region of Murcia opened itself a big road in this strategic sector.
