Avocado is a very unique presence in the fruit world. Although it is classified as a fruit, unlike fruits in general, it is not sweet and juicy, and it is aromatic. However, if it is not a fruit, it will feel wronged because it has the reputation of "super fruit".
Just like durian, avocado can also be said to be "the honey of A, the arsenic of B". People who love avocados love it so much that if they weren't constrained by their wallets, they would love to eat some at every meal;People who don't like it don't touch a mouthful, thinking that this food can't make up for it.
So, let's get to know the avocado together. Native to Central and South America, avocados are also known as avocados, and the fruit looks like a pear draped in crocodile scales. The avocado is actually an ancient fruit that is millions of years old and was fond of feeding on ancient large animals such as mammoths, mastodons, and sloth beasts.
At first, avocado was just a common staple on the Mexican table, until it was hyped up in the 80s of the 20th century, when avocado began to sell very expensively, becoming the darling of major celebrities and fitness circles, and it still is today.
As a unique fruit, people describe avocado as "a moment in the mouth, the mouth becomes silent, and you are reluctant to spit it out and unable to swallow it." It is neither spicy, sour, sweet, bitter, nor unpalatable, but it is not tasty, like eating raw, unmelted oil lumps. "As a result, avocados do not have a rich flavor, high sweetness and rich juice. Due to the high amount of oil, avocados have a soft texture like butter or cheese when ripe, have a light aroma, and have a different taste for different varieties.
At present, the main variety in the domestic and foreign markets is Haas, but in fact there are many other varieties of avocados, each with its own characteristics. Some varieties have a very good milky flavor and have a thick skin and are resistant to storage. Approximately 85% of the world's avocado plantations are now planted with the Haas variety. The avocado varieties produced by Meng Lian are mainly Haas.
Avocados are rich in vitamins, rich in fatty acids and proteins, and high in elements such as sodium, potassium, magnesium, and calcium. Its nutritional value is comparable to that of cream and is even called "forest cream".
Avocados are rich in potassium, folic acid and vitamin B6, as well as a variety of mineral elements, including potassium, calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, sodium, zinc, copper, manganese and selenium, and are also rich in a large amount of edible plant fiber.
Avocado itself is very rich in dietary fiber, with a whopping 67 grams of dietary fiber. In comparison, even apples eaten with the skin contain only 24 grams. We all know the health benefits of dietary fiber, so the dietary fiber of avocado is definitely something to talk about.
There are several ways to buy avocados:
1.Look at the color. Some consumers prefer to choose bright green avocados, believing that they look fresher. However, most varieties of avocados taste better when they are dark in color, as it means they are ripe and taste best. The "oil" of the avocado is its essence, which can only be reached when it is ripe, when it has a rich aroma and smooth taste. Ripe avocados are definitely close to black rather than bright green.
2.Touch with your hands. Avocados at the best time will be slightly soft, and if you pinch them lightly with your hands, they will feel a little soft, and you can start eating them. If the avocado is hard to press and can't be pinched at all, it means that it is not ripe and can be purchased, but it needs to be left for a few days before eating.
3.Observe the pulp. Cut the avocado with a knife, if the flesh has no dark spots and is a bright yellow-green color, it is the best choice.
The storage method of avocado is as follows:
1.The skin of raw avocados is bright green, and after a period of time, it gradually ripens, and the skin gradually turns black. When fully ripe, the skin will turn inky black and will be slightly soft to pinch, which is the best time to taste. Unripe avocados cannot be cut or eaten because they are inedible.
2.The shelf life of avocados depends on their ripe state and the conditions of the storage environment, which can be judged according to the degree of ripeness. Be careful not to leave it for too long, otherwise it will perish.
Avocados that are not very ripe are left at room temperature and will ripen naturally after 3 to 5 days. Raw avocados need to be left for 5 to 7 days.
The optimal refrigeration temperature is 4 to 8 degrees Celsius, not lower than 4 degrees Celsius to avoid frostbite. Depending on the level of ripeness, the refrigeration time is usually 5 to 10 days.
Cut avocado pulp is prone to discoloration when exposed to air. If you eat only half of it, be sure to keep the core half, remove the core, sprinkle lemon juice, wrap it in plastic wrap, and store it in the refrigerator.
Ripe avocados have a soft texture and a subtle nutty aroma. Avocado can be eaten in many ways, both as a protagonist and in a supporting role, and it is delicious. Here are a few common ways to eat it:
1.Eat directly: Cut the avocado in half and dig out the pit in the middle, you can slice the avocado and cut it into pieces, or eat it directly with a spoon. If you don't feel like it's flavorful, you can also mash the pulp with a spoon into a puree, then add honey or sugar, stir well and eat.
2.Avocado Sauce: A sauce made from avocado pulp mixed with onions, lime juice and chili peppers also tastes great. If it is too complicated, spread avocado pulp directly on the bread, add some honey and jam for the sweet, and add some vegetables and meat for the savory.
3.Avocado Salad: Avocado goes go well with salad, and it's also a great deal on Instagram that is very popular. The fat-soluble vitamins in many vegetables need oil to be absorbed by the body, and avocado fills the gap in salads and is rich in high-quality fats, vitamins and minerals, making it ideal for ** people. The production method is very simple, wash the vegetables and tear them apart and spread the bottom, then put the sliced avocados, cherry tomatoes, strawberries, etc. layer by layer, and finally put the blanched shrimp, drizzle with vinaigrette or lemon juice, sprinkle with a little black pepper, and a delicious shrimp and avocado salad is ready.
4.Avocado shakes: Avocados are great for smoothies, so you can mix avocados, bananas or kiwis, fresh milk and yogurt in a blender to create a creamy, creamy avocado shake. It can be sprinkled with some crushed almonds, nuts and cereal as a garnish, which is not only delicious, but also very healthy.
5.Avocado Sushi: Pairing avocado with rice to make sushi is also very flavorful. Just follow the normal sushi making steps by topping the rolled rice with sliced avocado and cutting into sections.
6.Avocado Baked Egg: This is a very simple avocado snack. Cut the avocado in half, peel it, wrap it in tin foil, add the egg mixture, sprinkle with salt and black pepper, bake in the oven for about 10 to 15 minutes, and enjoy. Those who like a milky taste can also sprinkle some mozzarella cheese in the middle, which is sweet and nutritious, and is perfect for both breakfast and afternoon tea.
Hopefully, this information will help you better understand avocado and try different ways to eat it!
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