(Φιρίκι Πηλίου)
These apples come from trees of the Malus domestica Borkh species that grow within the borders of Portaria, Makrinitsa, Zagora, Agria, Artemida, Mouresi, Milies, and Afetes. It is a famous small- to medium-sized apple with an elongated shape.
Due to its small size, Firiki is not easily damaged by the sun. It can be recognized by its yellowish-green color, with some reddish patches which are visible on the apple’s sun-exposed side. These fragrant apples originated from the Black Sea area and were brought to the region in the 19th century.
They are gently harvested by hand to ensure they do not get bruised or lose their stalks. These firm-fleshed, intensely fragrant, crisp apples can be stored for a long time with no need for refrigeration, as they will keep their organoleptic properties.
Interestingly, a famous local dessert called Glyko Koutaliou me Mila Firikio is made from these apples.
