As one of the favorite delicacies of Chinese, hot pot can make people appetize whether it is cold in winter or hot in summer. And in hot pot, various meats are one of the most popular ingredients.
However, some people may choose to buy frozen meat to eat hot pot because frozen meat** is relatively cheap and has a long shelf life. However, when we eat hot pot, we still have to pay attention to some things, especially for these 3 kinds of "frozen meat", we should eat less.
First of all, we need to understand what "frozen meat" is. Frozen meat refers to meat products that are frozen and preserved at low temperatures. During the preservation of frozen meat, it can effectively extend the shelf life of meat and reduce the growth of bacteria.
However, frozen meat also has some shortcomings. First of all, the texture of the frozen meat will change and it will become more hard. Secondly, the nutrients in frozen meat will also be lost. Therefore, when eating hot pot, we should pay attention to choosing the right amount of frozen meat and avoid excessive intake.
The first type of frozen meat to eat less is frozen pork. Frozen pork is one of the common ingredients in hot pot because it is relatively low in ** and has a delicious taste. However, frozen pork contains more fat and cholesterol, and long-term high intake may increase the risk of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. Therefore, when eating hot pot, we should choose frozen pork in moderation and avoid excessive intake of fat and cholesterol.
The second type of frozen meat to eat less is frozen beef. Beef is a common high-protein ingredient in hot pot and is rich in minerals such as iron and zinc. However, the protein in frozen beef is prone to denaturation, resulting in a worse taste. Moreover, the iron in frozen beef is also easy to be destroyed, affecting its absorption and utilization. Therefore, when eating hot pot, we should choose fresh beef in moderation to ensure its protein and mineral intake.
The third type of frozen meat to eat less is frozen chicken. Chicken is a common low-fat ingredient in hot pot and is rich in high-quality protein and vitamins. However, the vitamin C in frozen chicken is easily destroyed, resulting in a decrease in its nutritional value.
Moreover, the bacteria in frozen chicken are also easy to breed, increasing food safety hazards. Therefore, when eating hot pot, we should choose fresh chicken in moderation to ensure its nutritional value and food safety.
In addition to eating less of these 3 kinds of frozen meat, we should also pay attention to the following points when eating hot pot. First of all, choose fresh ingredients and avoid eating expired or spoiled foods.
Secondly, it is necessary to pay attention to the hygiene of the hot pot and avoid eating unclean food. Thirdly, it is necessary to consume a variety of ingredients in moderation and avoid excessive intake of one type of food. Finally, pay attention to the cooking time of the hot pot to avoid the loss of nutrients caused by the ingredients being cooked for too long.