Summer Refreshing Food Proposal

        Recently, the temperature has gradually risen, and the humid and hot climate not only reduces appetite, but also makes people prone to fatigue, indigestion, and other conditions. In this issue of 'Gourmet Column', we will reorganize summer food proposals to help you rediscover the joy of eating during seasonal transitions and enjoy a light summer!

        1、 Appetizing light cuisine

        On days of soaring temperatures, the digestive system operates relatively slowly. At this point, using moderate acidity and spices to stimulate saliva secretion is the key to restarting appetite. The combination of green papaya, lemon juice, and fish sauce commonly used in Southeast Asian cuisine combines these principles. Among them, green papaya contains papain, which helps to break down protein; Sour and spicy sauces have both appetizing and antibacterial effects. In addition, low oil and low salt cooking methods such as cold dishes and blanching can also reduce gastrointestinal pressure.

        In terms of meal selection, it is recommended to incorporate cold dishes with exotic flavors. For example, the "Cool Green Papaya Salad" from Tai Tai and the "Freshly Mashed Green Papaya Cold Salad" from Xiang Tai Duo both use the crispness of green papaya shreds, combined with the sour, spicy, and salty flavors of peanuts, shrimp, chili, lemon juice, and fish sauce. They are one of the most representative appetizers in northeastern Thailand. If you prefer Western style flavors, Italian style House Gourajue's "Basami Oil Vinegar Vegetable and Fruit Salad" or "Smoked Duck Chest with Honey Mustard Sauce" give vegetables, fruits, and duck meat more diverse layers through the sourness of the oil vinegar sauce and the sweetness of the honey mustard sauce, respectively.

        In addition to cold appetizers, the combination of high-quality protein and refreshing seasonings is also the preferred choice. 21PLUS's "Fresh Vegetable Hand Teared Chicken" is mixed with exclusive chicken juice and six types of vegetables, providing ample protein and fiber, refreshing and non greasy; The "Tea Fragrance Pineapple Milk Fish Belly" at Hanlin Teahouse is made by combining local milk fish with a special pineapple sauce. The fruity aroma and slightly sour sweetness blend together, accompanied by a hint of tea flavor, creating a fresh and elegant atmosphere. If you are eager for rich and delicious soup, the "pickled Chinese cabbage and white meat Noodles in soup" in the Humanistic Tea House of Spring Water Hall strictly selects pickled and tasty northeast pickled cabbage, and matches it with hot white meat and Q spring noodles to make you feel satisfied.

                2、 Seasonal ingredients with high moisture content

        In summer, it is easy to sweat and lose a large amount of water, while also losing electrolytes. In addition to drinking plenty of water, high water content fruits and vegetables such as watermelon, cucumber, and winter melon are also gentle ways to hydrate. Especially for seasonal fruits that mature naturally, the use of pesticides and artificial ripening agents is relatively less, and the flavor is more complete. For example, c! Ty'super recommends "American blueberries", which have full and juicy fruits during the summer season, and can be consumed chilled to feel cool. At the same time, they are rich in anthocyanins and are also a good choice for summer nutrition.

                3、 Low burden drinks and desserts

        Facing the scorching afternoon heat, a cold drink or a dessert is the best redemption. However, excessive refined sugar can actually exacerbate the body's inflammatory response. It is recommended to prioritize low sugar, sugar free tea drinks or fruit flavored drinks; For desserts, you can choose fruit products such as yogurt and light cheese to reduce the sweetness and greasiness.

        Coffee enthusiasts may want to try items with bright fruit aromas, such as Starbucks' "Lemon Cold Brewed Coffee" and "Apple Camellia Flavored Bubble American", or CoCo's "Sicilian Hand Mashed Lemon American". Whether paired with slightly sour freshly pounded lemon, sweet apple camellia sauce, or refreshing bubbles, the pure and fragrant coffee is refreshing.

        In terms of tea beverages, green tea and oolong tea are rich in tea polyphenols, which have antioxidant and blood lipid regulating effects, and can also provide trace minerals; Matcha contains unique theanine, which can not only boost the spirit but also alleviate the anxiety caused by caffeine. The collision of tea aroma and fruit aroma brings an elegant coolness to the hot summer. Recommend Starbucks' "Alishan Honey Pomelo Oolong Green Tea" blended with honey red grapefruit sauce, which has rich layers and a sweet aftertaste without being greasy; The "Pomelo Fragrance Jade Green Tea" from Wacheng is rich in sweet and sour flavors, with a delicate flavor; First, enjoy the combination of Four Seasons Spring Tea King and Sweet and Sour Green Plum Sauce, known as' Green Plum Four Seasons Spring ', which produces refreshing and refreshing flavors with a subtle and elegant aftertaste. If you want to experience the pure tea flavor, Tsujili Teapot uses Uji pesticide free matcha freshly brushed "light matcha", which has a strong tea aroma and a sweet aftertaste; Whittard's "Mango and Bergamot Green Tea Feast" carefully selects mixed green tea harvested in early spring as the tea base, accompanied by fragrant mangoes and elegant bergamots, injecting a touch of exoticism into summer.

                Lemon based baked goods have been consistently favored in dessert selection in recent years. AMO's "French Countryside Handmade Lemon Cake", Blue House's "Lemon Fragrant Flower Language Cake", and Couragee's "Sweet and Sour Lemon Cake" all cleverly utilize the fragrance and sourness of lemon to balance the sweetness and greasiness of the cake.

        For those who pursue a refreshing taste, Mister Donut's "Avengers Mango Ice Cream" filled with diced fruits, or H ä agen Dazs' "Waffen Holiday" combining wild berry ice cream, raspberry snow cheese, and waffles, are both richly layered ice creams; As for Xuefang's "Comprehensive Wild Berry Bottled Yogurt Drink", sugar free yogurt made from 100% pure fresh milk, paired with three types of wild berry jam: blueberry, blackberry, and raspberry, is widely loved by health enthusiasts.

                4、 Daily choices for staying at home

        In addition to eating out, preparing nutritious and durable nuts, dried fruits, and cereal slices at home can provide a relatively healthy alternative when craving and help maintain a stable eating rhythm. Among them, nut based foods are rich in unsaturated fatty acids, which can provide a sense of fullness; Dried fruits contain concentrated minerals from the fruit; The dietary fiber and complex carbohydrates contained in whole grain cereal can slow down the rate of blood sugar rise and avoid fatigue. Recommend Viola's "German Breakfast Oatmeal", a century old German brand, which retains the original nutrition of natural cereal slices, sunflower seeds, and flaxseed, and is accompanied by soft white raisins to add a rich taste. Use fresh milk or soybean milk in summer morning for convenience and health preservation.

        Diet is not only about energy intake, but also a way for us to communicate with the seasons. In this scorching season, instead of passively enduring the heat, it's better to actively adjust the scenery on the dining table and enjoy the refreshing and surplus of body and mind.

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