InBustling wet marketEvery holiday, people flock to the stalls to buy pig's trotters, which is a popular delicacy. However,Frozen pig's trotters on the market, ** cheap, which makes people wonder.
What exactly are these frozen trotters from?？Is there some hidden secret behind the refrigerated cabinets in the market?
Pig's trotters, as a treasure in Chinese food cultureIt is considered by traditional medicine to be a highly nourishing ingredientOne of the most striking ingredients is collagen.
Collagen is a very important protein in pig trottersIt is considered in TCM theory to have a vital role in the health of the body's **, tendons, bones and blood vessels. Collagen has the function of maintaining elasticity and moisturization, helping to resist aging and slow down the production of wrinkles.
In addition to collagen,Pig's trotters are also rich in fat and various minerals. Moderate amounts of fat play an indispensable role in the body's metabolism and the normal functioning of the nervous system.
At the same time, minerals such as calcium, phosphorus, iron, etc., contribute to the formation of bones, the normal circulation of blood, and the maintenance of other physiological functionshave played a key role.
In the theory of traditional Chinese medicine,Pig's trotters are believed to have the effects of blood tonic, emollient, lactation and sore-supporting。For some diseases such as fatigue and thinness, less postpartum milk, less facial wrinkles, carbuncle sores and poison, the consumption of pig trotters is regarded as an effective method of recuperation. These benefits are closely related to its rich nutrient content, which provides a comprehensive nourishment for the human body.
But the difference in pig's trotters on the market has raised doubts about food quality and safetyIn particular, the better pig's trotters are expensive, while the frozen pig's trotters are attractive at a low price of a few dollars a catty.
What kind of difference is hidden behind this ** disparity,and the contrast between frozen pig's trotters and fresh pig's trotters in terms of appearance, texture, etc, are the focus of attention.
A little better trotters are usually on the marketThe color is bright and the meat is full, while frozen trotters appearShriveled and dull, and some even seem to have been injected with water, which makes people questionAre these low-priced products really healthy?
In texture, fresh pig's trotters are averageIt is warm and elastic, and the skin and flesh are tightly bonded, while frozen pig trotters usually have a loss of moisture and weakened elasticityThe flesh and skin are separated。This difference in texture directly affects the mouthfeel and flavor after consumption.
Not only that, frozen trotters due toIt may be frozen multiple times, some merchants in order to prevent spoilage or increase the weight of the productSome chemicals may be added
These substances can pose a potential threat to human healthTherefore, consumers must keep their eyes open when purchasing, try to choose a reputable merchant to avoid buying low-quality products.
The mystery of frozen trotters**It has always been a topic of much concern in the marketMost of the traces of frozen pigs' trotters point to large pig farms.
The journey of these trotters begins on a pig farmAfter a series of complex transportation processesand end up on the shelves of supermarkets and wet markets.
However, is there some commercial operation behind thisWhether the merchant will sell frozen multiple timesThese issues raise questions about the quality and credibility of frozen trotters.
First of all,Large pig farms serve as the main source of frozen pig trotters, and its large-scale production can often meet market demand. When the pig reaches a certain weight standard,Professional breeders will carry out the slaughter and slaughterThe trotters were then cut off in separate categories.
These trotters then go through a series of freezing processesto ensure that relative freshness can be maintained during transportation and storage.
However, the crux of the matter lies with the merchantsWill it be sold frozen multiple times?。In a highly competitive market environment, in order to maintain the competitiveness of the product, some merchants may take the remaining pig trottersStrategies for repeated freezing
This operation can extend the shelf life of the productBut it also inevitably affects the taste and quality of the trotters
In addition, some merchants may be in pursuit of higher profitsDo not hesitate to import pig's trotters from abroad。These imported trotters usually come from:Western countries, its eating habits are quite different from China's.
In Western countries,People prefer lean pork, such as pork chops, pork tenderloin, etc, while the acceptance of pig trotters, internal organs and other parts is relatively low.
Behind this choice is the preference of Western food cultureFocus on high-protein, low-fat foods, which prefers meat parts that are simple to cook.
So, in Western countries,Parts such as pig's trotters are often discarded or used for other purposes, for example, to make bone broth or for industrial purposes.
It is precisely because of this difference in food culture,Some parts of pigs' trotters and other parts in Western countries have become the object of purchase by foreign markets。These parts may not be taken seriously enough in the West, or even seen as suchSecondary or secondary products
However, once in the Chinese market,These parts, which might have been abandoned, have been reborn because of the Chinese's unique pursuit of food.
Imported pig trotters go through a series of transportation processesFinally on the table in China。Due to the relative inexpensiveness of these parts in Western countries,Some merchants sell it to the Chinese market at a low priceIt is as if it has undergone a rebirth, from the edge of being discarded to becoming a popular delicacy on the Chinese table.
However, these foreign imported trottersIt doesn't always arrive in China in the best condition。During transportation, these trotters may undergo multiple thawing and freezing processes due to harsh conditions and long distancesIt gives bacteria a chance to multiply
To cover up these problems, some unscrupulous elementsIt may be treated with chemicals and processed condimentsto make these trotters look fresh and attractiveIn fact, there are potential food safety hazards
Another noteworthy phenomenon is:Some special "large" trotters。These trotters usually originate from culled sows because they are past their reproductive ageUnable to reproduce offspring, they were eventually eliminated
These trotters due to the long period of growthIt is larger in size and has a harder meat, so it is relatively difficult to cook and tasteThere are some differences as compared to fresh pig's trotters.
In addition to these operations and phenomena,Some unscrupulous traders may also "fill water" in pigs' trottersto increase the weight and thus make more profits. This behavior not only deceives consumers,It also poses a threat to the quality and safety of the product
Consumers need to ensure food safety in their daily lives, especially when buying frozen meatIt is crucial to avoid eating zombie meat。In order to do this, we can take a series of precautions to reduce the potential risks.
First of all,Constant vigilance is the first step to preventing zombie meat。When buying meat such as frozen pork trotters, it is crucial to pay attention to the appearance of the meat.
Zombie meat usually appears to have a bloodless skinAppears gray or pale in color, while fresh meat has a glossy appearance. This is the key to our visual judgment of the freshness of the ingredients.
At the same time,Zombie meat is also quite different from fresh meat in terms of feel。Zombie meat is usually inelastic to the touch, with moisture and separation of skin and flesh, while fresh meat is warm and elastic, with tight skin-to-flesh bonding.
By careful observation and the judgment of the feel,We can preliminarily rule out some potential food safety hazards
Secondly, take a closer look at the packaging label of the meat as wellAn important part of ensuring the safety of the purchased food。When purchasing, consumers should pay attention to the information on the packagingIn particular, the expiration date and production date, etc
Choosing where to buy is also crucialIt's best to buy ingredients from reputable and well-regulated merchants。This reduces the probability of buying unknown or unusually cheap meat productsThis increases the security of shopping
In addition, for the meat that has been purchased,Timely treatment is also an effective means to prevent the consumption of zombie meat。Meat that has been stored for too long is prone to spoilage, so it is important to cook or freeze it in time. Consumers should follow the expiration date of ingredients when storing foodAvoid food spoilage due to too long of time
You also need to be careful about the quantity when purchasing, and don't buy too much at onceIn order not to be able to consume within the expiration date due to the expiration date。Buying the right amount ensures that we can eat all the meat we buy in a timely manner, reducing waste and improving food safety.
Finally,Cleaning the fridge regularly and checking the shelf life of food is also an important step in ensuring food safety。Expired or spoiled food should be cleaned up in time to avoid contamination of other ingredients. At the same time,This also helps us to identify problems in a timely manner and reduce potential health risks.
In daily life, through these precautionsWe can do a better job of reducing the risk of eating zombie meatto ensure food safety. Only constant vigilanceBuy, store and handle ingredients wiselyIn order to make every time we eat it safely and healthily.
Food safety is about everyone's health and the happiness of their familiesSo, it's an important issue that every one of us needs to take seriously.
Therefore, choosing regular merchants to buy pig trotters is the basis for ensuring food safety.
Regular merchants usually have standardized business processes and a good reputationSuch shopping locations are more likely to provide fresh, high-quality pig's trotters, avoiding the potential food safety hazards that some unscrupulous vendors may bring