Six fruits that become tastier and retain their nutrients when cooked

Unlike fruits that are accustomed to being eaten grilled like avocados,

There are fruits that are unfamiliar to bake or that have divided opinions when baked.

 

It's already delicious enough to eat as it is, so why bother grilling it? It can definitely be considered quite 'strange' to do so.

However, when roasted, the moisture inside the flesh evaporates, which can increase the sugar content and the density of nutrients.

When cooked, it becomes easier to digest and has a higher absorption rate in the body compared to eating it raw.

Introducing fruits that boast higher taste and nutrition.

 

 

 

 

▷Orange=

 

When oranges are roasted, their original cold nature changes to a warm nature.

Roasted tangerines with a warm nature stimulate metabolism and help improve blood circulation.

The warm juice of the roasted tangerine also has a pronounced sweetness that stimulates the appetite.

 

The tangerines we commonly eat are of the variety called 'Onju Mandarin,' which has a balanced sweetness and sourness.

However, when these tangerines are roasted, their sweetness becomes more prominent and the sourness diminishes.

 

There are two main reasons that make this possible. Usually, sweetness is strongly felt at around 35 degrees Celsius, which is close to body temperature.

When roasting again, some moisture evaporates, and during this process, the sugar density per unit volume of the tangerine increases.

Tangerines can be roasted whole with the skin in a 160°C oven or air fryer for about 10 minutes.

If you don't like the skin burning, you can lightly wrap it with paper foil.

However, even if the shell burns, the flesh remains moist and does not burn easily.

Pineapple=

 

Pineapple is nutritionally beneficial when grilled together with greasy foods like meat.

Pineapple contains a component called bromelain, which is a protein-degrading enzyme.

It contains components that aid digestion, but fresh pineapple contains a lot of bromelain.

Eating fresh pineapple can cause a tingling and stinging sensation on the tongue and the skin inside the mouth.

 

At this time, grilling pineapples over the fire can reduce bromelain to a suitable level to prevent mouth pain.

Grilling is also effective for protein breakdown, and the tenderizing effect that makes the meat soft helps with digestion.

 

 

 

Apple=

 

Baking and eating apples softens the flesh, making digestion and absorption faster.

 

Of course, when baking apples, vitamin C may be slightly lost, but baking them with the skin on can minimize the loss.

On the other hand, the density of 'pectin' actually increases. Pectin is a dietary fiber found in apple skins.

It plays a role in producing a large amount of beneficial bacteria in the intestines and eliminating harmful substances from the body through stool.

 

 

Peach

 

Peaches retain and even concentrate their vitamin A, C, E, K, polyphenols, and beta-carotene when grilled.

Polyphenols have antioxidant properties and enhance immunity, and

Beta-carotene inhibits reactive oxygen species that cause cell aging.

Grilled peaches are sometimes served as a salad with cheese and dressing.

 

 

 

Grapes=

 

Grapes also become sweeter and develop a unique texture when roasted.

Especially when grilled, foods like chicken and shrimp, which are high in fat and cholesterol, are good for health.

Grapes contain a large amount of vitamin C and K, which help with fats found in meat or seafood.

It is effective in breaking down cholesterol.

 

 

▷Sweet persimmon

 

Grilling a firm chestnut in a frying pan makes the meat tender and enhances its sweetness.

After cutting off the top part of the pumpkin, make a slit inside and bake it in the oven or air fryer for about 10 minutes.

Some people also enjoy topping with butter or cream cheese according to their preference.

 

Meanwhile, Gam Gui was a food that was once popular in Japan in 2021.

The National Federation of Agricultural Cooperatives posted a 'Grilled Persimmon Recipe' on social media for the first time.

 

[Source: Health Chosun]