Can wax apple be eaten directly?

Wax apple is a very common fruit in daily life. It is mainly distributed in Taiwan, my country. It is deeply loved by people because of its refreshing and sweet taste and rich nutrients. There are many ways to clean wax apples: soaking in water, soaking in alkaline water, and heating. People can choose the appropriate cleaning method according to their own situation, and the wax apple can be eaten directly after cleaning.

1. How to clean wax apples

1. Soaking and washing method

Water washing is the basic method to remove other dirt and residual pesticides from vegetables and fruits. Generally, rinse off the surface dirt with water first, then soak in clean water for no less than 10 minutes. For heart-shaped vegetables, cut them first, soak them in clean water for 1-2 hours, and then rinse with clean water to eliminate residual pesticides.

The effect will be better if you add a small amount of detergent or fruit and vegetable cleaner during soaking. However, some pesticides have very strong penetration ability and can even be found on the roots, especially leeks. Therefore, washing with soaking water may wash away the pesticides remaining on the surface of vegetables, but it is powerless against the pesticides that have penetrated into the vegetables.

2. Alkaline water soaking method

Organophosphorus pesticides decompose rapidly in alkaline environments, so this method is an effective measure to remove pesticide pollution. Can be used for all kinds of vegetables, fruits and melons. The method is to first rinse off the surface dirt, soak it in alkaline water (generally add 5 to 10 grams of alkaline powder to 500 ml of water) for 5 to 15 minutes, and then rinse it with clean water 3 to 5 times.

3. Heating method

As the temperature rises, the decomposition of carbamate insecticides accelerates, so for some vegetables and fruits that are difficult to handle by other methods, some pesticides can be removed by heating, such as celery, beans, green peppers, etc. The method is to first wash the surface dirt with clean water, put it into boiling water for 2-5 minutes and then take it out. According to experiments, this method can remove more than 50%-90% of pesticide residues. However, this method can easily cause the loss of nutrients in vegetables.

2. Is wax apple delicious? What does it taste like?

Not bad, very light! The taste is very light, the red one is sweeter, the green one is lighter, and there is no special smell. I just like it. It is juicy, crisp, clear and sweet.

Wax apple is a famous fruit in Taiwan, also known as wax apple, wax apple and Java apple. It is mainly distributed in Yilan, Changhua, Tainan, Pingtung and other places. Wax apple has beautiful shape and bright color. It is rich in vitamin C, protein, fat, minerals, etc. It is nutritious and has diuretic, calming and heat-relieving effects. The sour and sweet taste makes people unable to stop. The best wax apples in Taiwan are produced in the southernmost county - Pingtung.

3. Can wax apples be eaten directly?

Wax apple can be eaten directly.

Wax apple can be eaten directly by biting. Its fruit is fresh, juicy, nutritious, and contains a variety of vitamins and mineral elements. It is a holy product for cooling down and quenching thirst in summer.

4. What are the benefits of eating wax apples?

The magnesium and calcium contained in wax apple can relieve muscle and nerve tension and avoid some anxious emotions. At the same time, carbohydrates can replenish the glucose consumed by the brain, relieve fatigue, insomnia, and forgetfulness, and have the effect of calming the mind. In addition, wax apple is a fruit with extremely high water content and rich in vitamin C. It has a good hydrating effect on the skin after consumption. At the same time, it also contains anthocyanins in the peel, which can eliminate harmful free radicals in the body and prevent the premature formation of wrinkles. Therefore, wax apple has the effect of anti-wrinkle and moisturizing.

5. How to eat wax apple in a delicious way?

1. People regard it as a good fruit for cooling off and quenching thirst. They are accustomed to boiling it with rock sugar to treat dry cough without phlegm or phlegm that is difficult to cough up. The fruit of wax apple is hollow (there are also solid ones), shaped like a wax ball. People also like to use it as a cold dish at banquets. It is a wonderful fruit for relieving alcohol. It has a light sweetness with a hint of sourness and a fragrance of apple, leaving a lingering taste in the mouth after eating.

2. Dig a hole in the center of the wax apple, stuff it with minced meat, and steam it over high heat for more than 10 minutes. It is a famous traditional delicacy in Taiwan, euphemistically named "Four Seas United."

3. Slice the wax apple and soak it in salt water for a while, then stir-fry it together with cucumber and carrot slices. It not only has good color, shape and taste, but also is crisp and delicious. It is a rare summer diet therapy delicacy.

Tips

Wax apples are not resistant to storage and can only be stored for one week at room temperature. After harvesting and packaging, they should be sent to the market for sale immediately. Wax apples are mainly eaten raw as fresh fruit, but they can also be salted, candied, canned, dehydrated into candied fruit, or made into juice.