How many times in the past have you bit into a delicious tomato only to find a hair eggplant attached? This is a plant that looks like a bulb, but is actually a fruit. Eggsplasies are basically tomatoes that have been ripened. When they are ripe, they are picked up and boiled and then strained to remove the seeds.
Weirdest Name – Carrot Juice
Like eggs, carrots are also a fruit. However, the taste of carrots is not sweet like the fruit they come from. Instead, they have a flavor that is more similar to tart fruits. One of the earliest varieties of carrots, the cellophane, was discovered in China. In the early 20th century, England was the first country to begin commercial cultivation of carrots.
How to Choose Carrots
Although all carrots look similar, they are not all grown in the same climate. In the United States, the carrots that are grown are generally smaller and pickled in the refrigerator. For a better overall nutrition, it is advised that you choose carrots that have been canned or frozen.
Here are some tips to help you choose healthy, delicious carrots:
Always read the signsBefore buying fruit or vegetables, always check for signs of spoilage or damage. harmed or spoiled nuts or seeds, green or purple spots on the skin, greenish discoloration or burst shells. For store-bought carrots, look for firmness and a svelte look – they should look almost dry, not limp.
Choose carrots that are dark yellowto help keep them fresh and prevent discoloration.
Check for infections such as brown rot, deep yellow or green rot, and purple or red rot.
Look for signs of mildew, which is the growth of mold on the skin. If soft spots or moldppings show, and the skin is firm and crisp, they are probably free of infections.
Tips to avoid overcooking
Steaming
Boiling
Steaming is a recommended process to retain the vitamins and minerals of vegetables. The most popular method of cooking is the Boiling method, which involves quick blanchingof vegetables. Drain large amounts of vegetables before blanching them to maintain the vitamins and minerals. These blanched vegetables are generally green and are very easy to prepare.
The Steaming process is a favorable way of cooking green vegetables. It is more healthy than boiling in the microwave or stewing.
Variety
A variety of vegetables can be cooked. This variety of cooking will suit your taste and your family’s variety of tastes.
Cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, onions, parsnips, and turnips are examples of common vegetables.
A large amount of greens is better than a small amount of potatoes.
Cooking with the wind
When you are in a blanching process, always use a paper towel (without any synthetic fibers) or a plastic bag to prevent the membrane from breaking down.
While blanching, always use as little water as possible. Let it boil only until the water is gone. And then, just allow the vegetables to steam without adding any water.
Canning
Canning your food is one of the most time saving ways to prepare home-cooked meals. For the method of boiling, the foods must be very cold at the time of boiling. So the better the vegetables are cooked, the longer the boiling time will be. Boiling time for onions is one minute; for celery and asparagus, it is three minutes; for russet potatoes, it is eight minutes; and for green beans, it is ten minutes.
Dishes such as rice and beans, cous cous, and stews are ideal for canning.
Freezing
Freezing is an ideal method of preserving foods for times when you have neither time nor the energy to cook a large meal. It is getting easier and easier to prepare quick and easy meals without having to spend a lot of time in the kitchen. Foods that are suitable for the freezing method include vegetables, meats, poultry, seafood, dairy products and eggs.
For bags to keep food fresh, foods such as sauces, soups, vegetables and salads need to be packed properly. It is also very important to select the proper type of freezer for the foods you are freezing. There are bags made from both plastic and metal. Both materials have their own advantages.
Plastic bags are cheap and are often used to carry food for a person who cooks on a daily basis. They are often used in microwaves, dishrovers, lettuce and sandwich fillings. They are leak proof so they are safe to use in there. Plastic bags can also be used safely in storing foods longer without changing their location.
Metal on the other hand is better suited for storing food for a person who plans on freezing items.
