Strawberries are rich in nutritional value and are known as the "queen of fruits." They are abundant in nutrients such as vitamin C, vitamin A, vitamin E, vitamin PP, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, carotene, tannic acid, aspartic acid, copper, strawberry amine, pectin, cellulose, folic acid, iron, calcium, ellagic acid, and anthocyanins.
In particular, their vitamin C content is 7-10 times higher than that of apples and grapes. The content of malic acid, citric acid, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, as well as carotene, calcium, phosphorus, and iron are also 3 to 4 times higher than in apples, pears, and grapes.
1. Rinse the strawberries under running water for several minutes. Do not soak them in water, as this may cause pesticides to dissolve and be reabsorbed by the strawberries.
2. Soak the strawberries in rice water and light salt water for 3 minutes. The alkaline rice water helps break down pesticides, while the light salt water causes insects and insect eggs attached to the surface to float.
3. Rinse the strawberries again under running water to wash off the rice water, salt water, and any potentially harmful residues. Remember: Do not remove the strawberry tops before washing.