How Can You Tell If A Pear Is Unripe?
Unripe pears are hard and crunchy when you bite into them. The skin may also still be quite green and the flesh may not have much flavor or sweetness. If you gently press the pear with your finger, it will not give in to the pressure. Unripe pears also tend to be more sour and less juicy than their ripe counterparts.