Nothing is taboo. But you should pay attention to the following points
1. Freshness when purchasing
No matter what kind of asparagus, freshness is the most important when purchasing. The standards for fresh asparagus are: fresh, firm, with tight shoots and tender green parts, straight shape of the whole plant, dense buds, no axillary buds, bright skin that does not shrink, and tender and thick size. If these standards are not met, the taste will be poor.
2. Pay attention to keeping it fresh when buying it back
The freshness of fresh asparagus decreases very quickly, so it should be eaten fresh and promptly after buying it back, and it is not suitable to store it for a long time. It is best not to store more than three days, and should be stored at low temperature and away from light. If you can't eat it right away, wrap the asparagus in newspaper and store it in the refrigerator, but it will last up to two to three days.
3. It should be fresh when frying and cooking
The important components of asparagus are in the tip buds, so the tips should be preserved when frying and cooking.
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Efficacy of asparagus
1. Eliminate dryness, maintain health and prevent cancer
Asparagus is a common vegetable, rich in Contains a variety of nutrients and exerts good pharmacological effects in the prevention and treatment of various diseases. The steroidal saponins in asparagus are the main manifestations of its biological activity. There are 19 saponin monomers isolated from asparagus. Several saponin monomers have been reported to play a role in tumor prevention and treatment, so eating asparagus regularly has a certain effect in preventing various tumors.
2. Protect blood vessels and lower lipids
Asparagus has the characteristics of low sugar, low fat and high fiber. It is also rich in trace elements. Although its protein content is not high, its amino acid composition ratio is appropriate. Therefore, regular consumption of asparagus can also prevent hyperlipidemia and cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.
People's Daily Online--Asparagus clears the mouth and relieves greasiness and helps lose weight. Pay attention to the "three delicacies" to be more effective