When it comes to soybeans, what comes to mind? The highest quality plant protein, nutritionally no less than milk? The only plant-based food containing phytoestrogens similar to human estrogen, which can prevent breast cancer? Or the lecithin, which is extremely beneficial for children's brain development? Yes, yes, all of this is true. Soybeans, this ancient food, from past to present, has never changed its original intention of caring for us; it's just a matter of whether you've noticed it. Yellow soybeans vs. black soybeans, which is more nutritious?
This is a question many people care about. Objectively and impartially speaking, the most valuable plant protein in soybeans is found in similar amounts in both yellow and black soybeans, as high as 36% to 40%. They are both rich in 18 amino acids, especially the 8 essential amino acids for the human body, whose content is even higher than the U.S. FDA's standard for high protein. They both contain 19 types of oils, with unsaturated fatty acids accounting for 80%, and an absorption rate of over 95%, all of which can meet the human body's needs for fat.
Of course, there are differences. The calorie content of yellow soybeans is slightly lower than that of black soybeans; the carotene content in yellow soybeans is as high as 200 micrograms, four times that of black soybeans; and the vitamin E content in yellow soybeans is also higher than in black soybeans.
Black soybeans also have advantages that yellow soybeans cannot match. The first is the red anthocyanins released from the seed coat of black soybeans. The magical effects of anthocyanins will be the topic of a special feature in the next issue. The most tempting part for us is that anthocyanins can remove free radicals in the body, which means they can help us fight aging. The "Compendium of Materia Medica" says: "Beans come in five colors, each treating five organs. Only black beans belong to the water element, are cold in nature, and can enter the kidney. Regular consumption of black beans can prevent a hundred diseases." Black beans enter the kidney meridian, so they have the function of nourishing the kidney, tonifying the kidney, nourishing blood, and improving eyesight, which yellow soybeans cannot match.
Yellow soybeans and black soybeans really each have their own strengths. There's no need to fuss over which is better; instead, you should look at which specific nutrient you need more. Secret tips:
Definitely do not add salt or sugar, as the two sauces already have salty and sweet flavors, and adding more would be too much.
Many people ask about the ratio of the two sauces, and this is indeed key. Yellow soybean paste is fragrant and dry, but using only it would be too dry and salty. The sweetness of sweet bean paste is a perfect match, and the ratio is 2 parts yellow soybean paste to 1 part sweet bean paste.
The more varieties of vegetable toppings, the better. Cucumbers, soybean sprouts, watermelon radishes, and soybeans are essential. Others, such as celery, toon sprouts, and the heart of napa cabbage, are optional.