In recent years, Halloween has also become popular in Taiwan Province. When it comes to Halloween, pumpkins are absolutely indispensable. In Europe and America, pumpkins are hollowed out and carved into faces to make lanterns. In Taiwan Province, pumpkins have a pleasant common name "Golden Melon". Pumpkin is one of the most ancient crops. The pulp of pumpkin is delicate and delicious, and it is rich in many vitamins, phytochemicals, fibers, minerals, protein, etc. It can be said that the whole body of pumpkin is a treasure, which can be called "super food". It is best to eat it with belt seeds. For example, pumpkin seeds contain a lot of zinc, magnesium and monounsaturated fatty acids, which have the effects of strengthening yang and essence, and can also prevent prostate hypertrophy after long-term consumption. Antioxidant treasure house! Anti-cancer and anti-aging pumpkin contains phytochemicals including alpha- carotene, beta- carotene, zeaxanthin, lutein, beta- cryptoxanthin, ferulic acid, kaempferol or glutathione, which is like an antioxidant treasure house to help us prevent cancer and resist aging. For example, beta-carotene that makes pumpkins orange can fight various cancers, including gastric cancer, esophageal cancer, lung cancer and colon cancer, and also prevent cataracts; Beta- cryptoxanthin is a treasure to prevent lung cancer. The book "Eating Healthy is Simple" also points out that pumpkins are rich in fiber and iron. Half a cup of canned pumpkins has more fiber than a cup of corn flakes, and it can also help women to supplement the iron lost every month. Choosing a secret The heavier the pumpkin feels, the firmer the pulp and the richer the taste. There should be no wrinkles on the skin, which means that if the pumpkin is left for too long, the flesh will dry, and the skin color should be simple, and discoloration or black spots indicate that the internal quality is different. Pumpkin with a dry pedicle means that the flesh is ripe and can be eaten immediately, and the flesh is soft and sweet. If the pedicel is blue, it can be stored until it is mature, but never buy the pedicel with dark brown or black head, because the flesh of the melon has become fibrotic. Cooking tips after cutting, remove the seeds, and don't remove the melon sac too clean to retain the aroma. Planted into filaments, pumpkin rice flour and porridge can be made, sliced and fried with flour, and thick strips or blocks are suitable for fast food or braised dishes. Large chunks are suitable for steaming and boiling soup, and can be cut into cups to match other dishes. Unused pumpkin skin can be pickled into side dishes or stewed into juice for drinking, which can enrich blood and prevent abdominal swelling. As for the removed seeds, they can be dried and made into white melon seeds snacks or salads. Pumpkin has a strong smell. If you want a lighter taste, it is suggested to add a tablespoon of orange juice or juice during cooking, which will make the flavor better!

Plum pumpkin material pumpkin 100g salt 10g sugar 15g fruit vinegar 10g plum powder 5g dried plums 1. Cut the pumpkin into thin slices, marinate it with salt, and leave it for about 30 minutes, then the pumpkin slices will come out of the water, and the water will be squeezed out and drained. 2. Add the processed pumpkin slices with fruit vinegar, plum powder, sugar and preserved plum, and pickle them in a fresh-keeping box for one night.

Pumpkins don't need to be washed if they are not eaten immediately. They can be kept dry and in the shade for 3 to 6 months. The cut pumpkin can still maintain all the nutrients as long as it is properly refrigerated. Remove pumpkin seeds and inner membrane, wrap them with plastic wrap and put them in a cold box, which can be stored for about 1 week.