Pumpkin is one of the familiar fruits and commonly found in the summer dinner of many households. Pumpkin can be stir-fried or cooked in soup.
Besides, pumpkin contains many antioxidants, vitamins, nutrients, fats, and minerals. The outstanding feature of pumpkin is rich in carbohydrates and vitamin A, and it also contains vitamin B5, potassium, manganese, copper, fiber, vitamin B6, vitamin C, and magnesium. These substances are all good for health. In addition, pumpkin also helps cool down the body and reduce heat during the summer.
When choosing a pumpkin, you will see that there are two main shapes: straight and curved. People who grow vegetables say that pumpkins are naturally grown, because they belong to the climbing family, along with many factors such as light, temperature, fertilizer… so they will be slightly curved.
To choose a fragrant and delicious pumpkin, you also need to pay attention to the shape of the pumpkin.
That’s why the slightly curved fruits are tastier than the straight ones. Pumpkin belongs to the climbing family, it grows on bushes or trellises. The shape of the fruit is affected by light and temperature.
The straight pumpkins are usually chosen because they look beautiful and easy to peel. However, the slightly curved ones are the tastiest. You need to distinguish between naturally curved pumpkins or those stung by bees or insects. You can observe the curve of the pumpkin’s face, if you see a darkening spot, oozing resin, then you should not choose it.
According to vtc.vn