How to tell whether strawberries are sweet or not? 3 points of view judgment: 1. You can fully feel the flavor of eating

The main production season of strawberries begins from December to April of the following year. Each strawberry has its own unique characteristics. For example, the balance of sweetness and acidity will vary depending on the origin and product, but many people may not know how to distinguish whether strawberries are sweet or delicious.

3 ways to choose delicious strawberries

When determining whether strawberries are sweet or not, there are 3 key points to pay attention to:

1. Whether the fruit stems are ripped up

The strawberries are sweet. If you encounter such strawberries, it is recommended that you buy them.

2. The tip of the fruit is larger

Although smaller strawberries look more delicious, strawberries with wider tips are actually sweeter and more delicious than the tip of the fruit tip.

3. The fruit stems should also be red-slimmed

In the box of strawberries, it is recommended to choose strawberries with the fruit stems, such strawberries are usually sweeter.

In addition, it is recommended that strawberries should not be eaten from the tip or stem, but from the side noodles. Because the tips of strawberries are sweeter and the stems have less sweetness, you can even taste the deliciousness of strawberries by eating them from the side.

What are the nutrients of strawberries?

Strawberries are rich in nutrients, only contain a small amount of calories, and are delicious and low in sugar.

First, strawberries are rich in vitamin C, and about 8 medium-sized strawberries can provide 160% of the daily intake recommended by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Strawberries are also rich in antioxidants, helping to protect cells from damage. The main antioxidant in strawberries is anthocyanins, which also gives strawberries its color. As strawberries mature, the content of anthocyanins will increase. Therefore, the redder the strawberry has a higher antioxidant content.

Strawberries also contain fiber and a variety of important vitamins and minerals, including glutinous, tangerine and leaf acid. In addition, strawberries have lower natural sugar than other fruits such as apples and bananas.

Common strawberry varieties in Taiwan

Red crown (Taoyuan No. 4): The fruit shape is not standardized and fan-shaped, the fruit is actually large and the taste is softer.

Perfume Strawberry: It has a special fragrance, and its sweetness and acidity are suitable for a more practical taste.

Pink strawberry (peach fumigation): The fruit is actually pink round, with a softer taste and a peach aroma.

Apple Strawberry (Tianlai No. 1): The fruit is rounded and has a solid taste and a light apple aroma.

Taiwan Agricultural No. 1: It has a mellow natural milk aroma and fruit sour flavor, and has a glutinous and Q-like taste.

Fengxiang (Taoyuan No. 1): The fruit is actually squid or round shape with high sweetness, soft taste and rich fragrance.