The common names of Apostichopus japonicus are square ginseng and yellow meat.
The common names of Apostichopus japonicus are square ginseng and yellow meat. It is an animal of the genus Apostichopus in the family Apostichopaceae. Distributed from Madagascar, Zanzibar, and the Red Sea in the west, to the Caroline Islands in the east, to Japan in the north, to Australia, Taiwan Island in the south, and in Guangxi, Guangdong, Hainan Island, Paracel Islands and other places in mainland China, mostly inhabiting On the shores of reefs, in calm water, on sandy bottoms with lots of seagrass, the smaller ones live under corals or rocks, while the larger ones mostly live in deeper waters or lagoon channels. The species' type locality is in the Philippine Islands.
The flower sea cucumber is generally 30 to 40 centimeters long and slightly square-cylindrical. There are many conical spines scattered on the back. The ventral tube feet are arranged in 3 longitudinal bands, of which the middle band is wider. There are 20 tentacles around the mouth. The body color is mostly dark yellow with olive spots of different shades, yellow-gray with money-brown reticulation or dark green markings. The ends of the spines are sometimes reddish.
Sea cucumber is rich in a variety of nutrients and has the following nutritional values:
1. Protein: Sea cucumber is a source of high-quality protein, rich in amino acids, which helps maintain the growth, repair and tissue building of the body.
2. Collagen: Sea cucumber is rich in collagen, which is beneficial to skin elasticity, joint health and bone health.
3. Minerals: Sea cucumber is rich in a variety of minerals, including calcium, magnesium, iron, zinc, etc., which play an important role in bone health, blood circulation and immune system function.
4. Vitamins: Sea cucumber contains a variety of vitamins, such as vitamin A, vitamin B12 and vitamin C, which are beneficial to vision, nervous system and immune function.
5. Fat and energy: The fat content of sea cucumber is relatively low and provides a moderate amount of energy.
In addition, sea cucumber also contains polysaccharides and active compounds, which have certain biological activity and health care functions.
It should be noted that the specific nutritional value may vary depending on the species, origin and processing method of sea cucumber. Additionally, individual nutritional needs vary based on age, health, and lifestyle habits. If you have special needs or health concerns, please seek the advice of a professional physician or nutritionist.
Scallops can be cooked in a variety of ways, here are a few common ones:
1. Stew: Put the soaked sea cucumbers into clear soup or fresh soup, add appropriate ingredients such as Chicken, mushrooms, vegetables, etc., and simmer over low heat for a period of time to add flavor. The sea cucumber absorbs the flavor of the soup, giving it a tender texture.
2. Braised: Cut the soaked sea cucumbers into pieces, fry them in oil until the surface is slightly yellow, then add seasonings (such as soy sauce, sugar, cooking wine, etc.) and an appropriate amount of soup to cook, and simmer slowly until the flavor is delicious. This cooking method can make sea cucumber more fragrant and delicious.
3. Steaming: Put the soaked sea cucumber into a steamer, add appropriate amount of steaming ingredients, such as onion, ginger, garlic, tempeh, etc., steam it and eat it. Steaming retains the original flavor of sea cucumber and its texture is soft.
4. Stir-fry: Cut the soaked sea cucumber into pieces or strips, add vegetables, mushrooms and other favorite ingredients, and stir-fry in oil until cooked. You can add minced garlic, ginger, chili and other seasonings for cooking, and mix it with other ingredients to enrich the taste.
It should be noted that sea cucumbers need to be soaked and processed before cooking to remove internal organs and impurities to improve the taste and safety of consumption. Additionally, specific cooking methods and ingredients can be adjusted to suit personal tastes and preferences. During the cooking process, pay attention to the cooking time and avoid overcooking, which will affect the taste.