How to deal with winter melon in winter melon cup
Winter Melon Cup is a classic Cantonese dish that is loved for its refreshing taste and rich nutrition. However, the key to making winter melon cups lies in the treatment of winter melon. This article will combine popular topics and hot contents on the entire network for the past 10 days to introduce you in detail the winter melon treatment method of winter melon cups, and provide structured data for reference.
1. Choice of winter melon
The first step in making a winter melon cup is to choose the right winter melon. The following are hot topics on the selection of winter melons in the past 10 days:
| Selection criteria | Popular discussion points | Recommended index |
|---|---|---|
| size | Diameter 15-20cm is suitable for easy engraving | ★★★★★ |
| shape | Even shape, no concave | ★★★★☆ |
| Maturity | 80% mature, solid texture | ★★★★★ |
| epidermis | No damage, even white frost | ★★★★☆ |
2. Processing steps of winter melon
Processing winter melon is the core link in making winter melon cups. The following are the most popular winter melon treatment steps on the entire network in the past 10 days:
| step | Key points of operation | Things to note |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Clean | Use a soft brush to gently wash the skin | Avoid damage to the epidermis |
| 2. Go to the top | Cut about 1/5 of the portion as a lid | The incision should be flat |
| 3. Dig the pulp | Keep 1cm thick melon meat | Use a dedicated ball digger |
| 4. Engraving | Simple patterns can be engraved | Newbie advice |
| 5. Blanch water | Boil in boiling water for 30 seconds | Keep the shape intact |
3. Tips for handling winter melon
Based on popular cooking videos and sharing from food bloggers in the past 10 days, here are the advanced tips for handling winter melon:
1.Keep shape: When digging the pulp, it is recommended to use a professional ball digger, so that the thickness of the winter melon wall can be kept even and avoid cracking during cooking.
2.Remove bitter taste: Recently, some food bloggers have discovered that soaking the treated winter melon cup in light salt water for 10 minutes can effectively remove the bitterness of winter melon.
3.Prevent discoloration: Latest research shows that applying a thin layer of cooking oil to the inner wall of the treated winter melon can prevent the winter melon from discoloring during steaming.
4.Increase flavor: The popular method recently is to gently cut the inner wall of the winter melon cup to help the flavor of the soup to better penetrate into the winter melon meat.
4. Suggestions for cooking time of winter melon cups
According to the statistics of major food platforms in the past 10 days, the recommended cooking time for winter melon cups of different sizes is as follows:
| The diameter of the winter melon | Steaming time | stewed duration |
|---|---|---|
| 15cm | 25-30 minutes | 40-45 minutes |
| 18cm | 30-35 minutes | 45-50 minutes |
| 20cm | 35-40 minutes | 50-55 minutes |
5. Frequently Asked Questions
According to the hot topics of discussions in major cooking forums in the past 10 days, the following are the frequently asked questions about winter melon treatment:
1.Q: Why is my winter melon cup prone to breaking?
A: Recently, many professional chefs pointed out that the main reason may be that the wall thickness of the winter melon is uneven or the heat is too large. It is recommended to use a ball digger to keep the wall thickness consistent and use medium heat when steaming.
2.Q: How to deal with the astringent taste of winter melon?
A: The latest popular method is to soak it in light salt water first, then rinse it with clean water, and finally use kitchen paper to absorb the moisture.
3.Q: Can you prepare the winter melon cup in advance?
A: According to recent experimental data, the processed winter melon cup can be refrigerated for 2-3 hours, but it should not be too long to avoid affecting the taste.
6. Conclusion
The production of winter melon cups seems simple, but the treatment of winter melons is very demanding. Through the methods and techniques introduced in this article, combined with recent popular cooking trends, I believe you will be able to make the perfect winter melon cup. Remember, a good winter melon cup should keep the shape intact, the winter melon meat should be soft but not rotten, and fully absorb the deliciousness of the soup.
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