Pork is a popular ingredient in family meals because it is affordable, easy to eat, and rich in nutrients. However, instead of cooking it right away, housewives should know a tip that will help remove toxins from pork.
When you buy pork, you should wash the meat under running water, then soak it in diluted saltwater, adding 1 tablespoon of vinegar and 1 tablespoon of flour. This will help remove dirt and harmful chemicals from the meat, making it taste more delicious and tender when cooked.
Note: Do not put pork in boiling water to blanch it, as it may cause the meat to shrink and absorb more dirt and harmful chemicals, contrary to our belief that boiling the pork will remove impurities and harmful bacteria.
Tips for choosing delicious pork
Choose fresh pork with bright color. Good quality pork is lightly pink or light red in color, and the fat will be white.
Use a knife to cut the meat vertically and you will see that the meat is slightly firm, the surface is dry, and the fat is soft. This indicates that the meat is fresh.
Avoid choosing meat with strange colors, pale colors, or overly dark colors. The meat surface should be shiny, and when touched, it should not feel sticky at the fingertips.
Good quality pork will have a distinctive aroma, which is not unpleasant and does not have a strong or pungent smell.
Press the meat with your fingers and you will feel that the meat is elastic. After releasing your hand, the meat will return to its original shape without any dents, indicating that the meat is fresh.
Pork can be used to cook many delicious dishes. However, during the cooking process, it is important to ensure that the pork is well cooked to avoid digestive problems and maintain good health.