Asparagus time
The main producers of asparagus are the United States, France, China, Spain and Japan, China's main asparagus production areas are Taiwan, Fujian, Shandong, Shanxi, Jiangxi, Jiangsu and other regions.
Asparagus is usually listed twice a year, the first time is in the spring of April-June, the second is in the fall of September-November, in general, asparagus in different regions, the price of the season is different, it is roughly 4-6 yuan a catty.
Asparagus selection skills
Pick asparagus, pay attention to look at its roots, if there are already small shoots, may be divided out of some small forks, which indicates that the asparagus has grown old, not fresh, this kind of asparagus to eat the texture will certainly be particularly rough.
Then look at the middle part of the asparagus, it is best to pick a more robust asparagus, because this asparagus means that its moisture content is more adequate, eating will be more tender, juicy and crisp.
How to pick fresh asparagus
1, look at the top of the asparagus leaves: fresh asparagus is basically the top down, round, if the top of the leaf up, asparagus is not fresh.
2, look at the flower head of the asparagus: asparagus are above the buds, if the buds have not opened, then it can be shown that such asparagus is fresh.
Asparagus effect and function
1, promote digestion: asparagus is rich in dietary fiber, the human body in moderation, can promote gastrointestinal peristalsis, accelerate the rate of metabolism, to help the digestion and absorption of food, on the alleviation of weight loss is helpful.
2, improve immunity: asparagus contains a certain amount of aspartic acid, into the human body, can replenish the body's nutrients, but also play a role in the role of anti-fatigue, can be to a certain extent to enhance the body's immunity.
3, protect blood vessels: asparagus is rich in trace elements, such as: potassium, phosphorus, etc., these substances into the human body, can promote blood circulation, protect blood vessels, so as to prevent high blood cholesterol and other cardiovascular diseases.
4, beauty: asparagus contains a variety of vitamins, such as: vitamin C, vitamin E, etc., these substances have antioxidant, can be inhibited on the body of the free radicals, so as to play a cosmetic role, keep the skin delicate, shiny.