Passion fruit is known as the "king of juices" because its juice is rich in the aroma of more than a dozen fruits such as guava and lemon, and has a particularly high nutritional value. The edible methods of passion fruit include direct fresh eating, juicing, soaking in water, etc.
The value of passion fruit.
Medicinal.
Its roots, stems and leaves can be used as medicine, which has the functions of exciting, strengthening the body, clearing heat and refreshing, beautifying and beautifying, nourishing and strengthening the body, preventing stomach, intestinal inflammation, relieving pain, and improving the human body.
Edible.
The fruit contains yellow juice and black seeds, containing protein, fat, sugar and various vitamins and amino acids.
Nutritious, sweet and sour, it has the aroma of pomegranate, banana, strawberry, lemon, mango, sour plum and other fruits.
It can be processed into fruit juice, fruit dew, jam, jelly, lozenges, etc. Mainly processed into fruit juice for consumption.
Economy.
The peel is thick and hard and can be used as fodder and as a pectin extract. The seeds are pressed for oil, which is edible and can be used to make soap and paint.
Ornamental value.
The flowers are large and beautiful and can be used as garden ornamental plants.
The efficacy and role of passion fruit:
Quench your thirst.
Passion fruit is rich in organic acids that reduce thirst, dry mouth and throat discomfort.
Stimulate appetite.
The organic acids in passion fruit stimulate the taste buds, increase their sensitivity, and help increase appetite.
If you have symptoms such as loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, indigestion, etc., moderate consumption of passion fruit can stimulate the secretion of intestinal digestive juice and improve the digestive function of the spleen and stomach.
How to choose passion fruit?
1. Look at the appearance.
When buying passion fruit, pay attention to the appearance first. The shape of passion fruit is approximately round, which is more uniform and correct. Ripe passion fruit peels are slightly wrinkled or pitted, and the green on the surface fades and gradually turns red, usually dark red to bright red.
2. Weight.
When buying passion fruit, we can choose two about the same size and measure them in our hands. Heavier passion fruit has more flesh and juice, more ripeness, and better taste.
3. Shake.
When buying passion fruit, we can pick it up and shake it. If you can feel the pulp vibrate, don't buy this passion fruit. May not be fresh.
4. Smell.
Passion fruit is known for its unique aroma, so the better the quality of the passion fruit, the stronger the aroma. When we buy passion fruit, we might as well smell it.
In summer, many people like to make drinks with passion fruit and lemon, which is fresh and refreshing, with an attractive taste.