How do you choose and eat a cactus pear?

The fruit market is selling some, and I've always liked the juice. So I figure I'll try one. So how do I pick a good one? And how do I eat it?
How do you choose and eat a cactus pear?
Look for one with a rich red color that is a little soft to the touch (like a ripe kiwifruit) cut off the peel and dig in (once again like a kiwi) I ate dozens of them when I was in the Boy Scouts growing up in Southern California. And I'm eyeing someone's plant right now. It's huge and has dozens on it but they're not ripe yet
Reply:I'm not sure how to pick one, but aask the employees and they will let you know. They can also let you know how to eat it.



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