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The Health Benefits of Delicious Pineapple Facts for You to Find Out
Happy Songkran Day! How’s your holiday going and where have you visited? If you’re not planning to go anywhere, you can visit all branches of Tops and Central Food Hall. In case you’re in the mood for fun facts this Songkran, join us in discovering pineapple, one of our series of sweet and juicy fruits. This tropical fruit stands out for its diamond pattern skin and spine, cactus like leaves and sweet & sour yellow flesh that is juicy and packed with amazing health benefits and properties.
Excellent source of various vitamins and minerals
Pineapple is a kind of tropical fruit which is an excellent source of several vitamins and minerals. Vitamin C it contains boosts immunity and helps the body absorb iron. The fruit is also rich in manganese which fights free radicals and promotes metabolism. Apart from that, pineapple consists of all kinds of nutrients including thiamine, vitamin B6, phosphorus, zinc, calcium, vitamin A and vitamin K.
Promote digestive system
Pineapple contains a proteolytic enzyme known as bromelain which promotes digestion, especially meat. In addition, the fruit is a magnificent source of fiber that plays a crucial role in improving the digestive system leading the body to digest and absorb nutrients more effectively.
Reduce inflammation
Aside from promoting the digestive system, bromelain enzyme found in pineapple, according to the research, helps reduce inflammation, swelling and contusion after injuries or surgeries. The enzyme also prevents soft tissue degeneration and knee osteoarthritis. It can be said that pineapple helps relieve osteoarthritis symptoms as well.
Effective recovery after exercise
Overexercising may overwork muscles which puts you at risk of myositis leading to chronic or abrupt injury., According to several research studies, eating pineapple will effectively rejuvenate your body when you do vigorous intensity workout. With the property to fight inflammation, the fruit can subside the pain and swelling of muscles and body and at the same time recover the body to return to its normality and ready for more exercise.
Apart from the amazing facts about pineapple, here are some useful tips on how to pick the perfect pineapple.
First of all, spot on its skin color. If the exterior has a greenish-yellow hue, that pineapple is nearly ripe. However, if the shell changes to vibrant yellow, that means the fruit is fully ripe. Next thing to check is the fronds. Make sure they’re vivid green which indicates the freshness. Another best way to determine whether a pineapple is ripe and ready to enjoy is by smelling it. Ripe pineapples should have a subtle sweet scent. Last but not least is to give it a squeeze. A ripe pineapple should have a firm shell but slightly soft texture when you squeeze it. And these are the 4 practical steps to choose the best pineapple that you can apply in daily life.
Once you get the perfect pineapple, join us in creating such a delectable dish as “baked sweet & sour pork spareribs with pineapple”. Relish the savory smell of fried pork spareribs with herbs and seasonings in contrast with the sweet and sour flavor and juiciness of pineapple served in an aloha style. Check out the ingredients you need to prepare and a few simple steps you can easily follow to craft this perfect summer dish.
Ingredients
1. Pork spareribs 500 g.
2. My Choice Tradsithong pineapple
3. Chopped garlic 1 tbsp.
4. ½ Onion
5. Oyster sauce 2 tbsp.
6. Fish sauce 1 tbsp.
7. Sugar 1 tbsp.
8. Coarsely ground black pepper 1 tsp.
9. Chili paste 3 tbsp.
10. 1-inch-long spring onion 20 g.
11. Cold water ⅓ cup
12. 1 Red chili spur
13. Baking soda 1 tsp.
14. Coriander to garnish
15. Vegetable oil 500 ml.
Instructions
1. Put pork spareribs into a mixing bowl. Slowly add baking soda mixed with cold water and set aside for 15 minutes to tenderize the meat. Then, wash it off with water and let the meat dry before cooking it in the next step.
2. Heat a pan of oil over medium heat. Add garlic and fry until a lovely fragrance is released. Put the pork spareribs and onions and stir well.
3. Enhance the flavor with oyster sauce, fish sauce, sugar and chili paste. Continue to stir well to let the seasonings seep through the pork spareribs.
4. Add aroma to your dish with coarsely ground black pepper. Then, put bite-sized pineapple into the pan and stir to mix well. Cover with the lid for 15 minutes and simmer it to let the herbs and seasonings absorb into the spareribs for the mind-blowing flavor.
5. Once done with the simmering, sprinkle spring onions all over the pan and give it a good stir.
6. Transfer baked spareribs to a pineapple and garnish with sliced red chili spur and coriander on top. Serve up the summer deliciousness to indulge in.
Pineapple, the sweet and juicy fruit with surprising benefits and deliciousness can be made into sweet and savory dishes or enjoyed by itself. In case you still don’t have a special menu to make in mind for this long holiday, try our giveaway recipe of “baked sweet & sour pork spareribs with pineapple” whose ingredients can simply be found at your nearest Tops and Central Food Hall or conveniently shop at Tops Online 24/7. Now let us cool down with this delectable pineapple dish and stay tuned for more amazing recipes.
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