Sea Cucumber is also known as sea cucumber.
Sea Cucumber , also known as sea cucumber, is an animal of the genus Sea Cucumber in the family Sea Cucumber. Its body wall is thick and soft, cylindrical; the back is raised, with 4-6 rows of conical warped feet of varying sizes and irregular arrangements; the ventral surface is flat and the tube feet are densely packed; the mouth is biased toward the ventral surface, with ramrod-shaped tentacles. 20; the anus is on the back; the body color varies greatly, generally the back is yellowish brown or chestnut brown, the ventral surface is light yellowish brown or auburn, in addition there are green, auburn, purple brown, gray and pure white.
If the Imitation sea cucumber has the word "imitation" added to it, some people will think it is a fake. In fact, it is almost the most mainstream edible sea cucumber on the market . Its body wall is thick and soft, and it is of high quality. It is known as the "ginseng". "The best among them" and is very popular among diners. The body wall of the imitation sea cucumber is brown and transparent, and can be divided into 4 layers from the outside to the inside: the epidermis layer, the connective tissue layer, the muscle layer and the body cavity endothelium. It makes people feel crispy and tender, and the glutinous aftertaste is the muscle layer and Connective tissue layer, rich in muscle fibers and collagen.
Imitation sea cucumbers are mainly distributed in the North Pacific region, including the coasts of Russia, Japan and the Korean Peninsula. In China, they are distributed in Liaoning, Hebei, Shandong and Jiangsu. They mostly live in harbors with calm waves, luxuriant seagrass, and no fresh water injection. The substrate is rocky reefs or hard bottoms. Young individuals mostly live in intertidal zones. They are also often found on fine muddy bottoms with clusters of macrophylla.
The imitation sea cucumber has few sharp teeth and no hard shell. If it encounters danger and wants to protect itself, it will "spray dirt" at any disagreement, spraying the breathing tree and internal organs together to confuse the enemy. The imitation sea cucumber has a strong regeneration ability. The tissues in the body cavity have the function of deformation and new construction, coupled with the dedifferentiation of muscle cells, over time, the "emptied" body will also be "resurrected with full blood".
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 that helps support the body's growth, repair and tissue building.
2. Carbohydrates: Sea cucumber imitation contains a moderate amount of carbohydrates, which provide energy for the body to use.
3. Fat: Although sea cucumber is relatively low in fat, it is rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids, such as omega-3 fatty acids, which are good for heart health.
4. Minerals: Sea cucumber is rich in minerals such as calcium, magnesium, iron and zinc, which play an important role in bone health, blood circulation and immune system function.
5. Vitamins: Imitation sea cucumber contains vitamins such as vitamin A, vitamin B12 and vitamin C, which are beneficial to vision, nervous system and immune function.
In addition, sea cucumber is rich in collagen, which helps maintain skin elasticity and joint health. Please note that specific nutritional values may vary depending on the type and processing method.
There are many ways to cook Sea Cucumber, here are a few common ones:
1. Stew: Soak the imitation sea cucumber in advance, remove the viscera and impurities, and then stew it in clear soup to absorb the flavor of the soup. You can add an appropriate amount of Chicken, mushrooms and other ingredients to stew together to add texture and flavor.
2. Stir-fry: Soak the imitation sea cucumber until soft, cut 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 according to your personal taste.
3. Braised: Soak the imitation sea cucumber until soft, cut into pieces and stew with seasonings. Usually soy sauce, sugar, cooking wine and other seasonings are used. Onion, ginger and garlic can be added to enhance the flavor. This method can make the imitation sea cucumber more flavorful and tender.
4. Steaming: Put the soaked imitation sea cucumber into a steamer, add appropriate amount of steaming ingredients, such as minced garlic, chopped green onion, tempeh, etc., steam until cooked and serve. Steaming retains the original flavor of imitation sea cucumber and makes it soft in texture.
No matter which cooking method is used, it is recommended to soak the imitation sea cucumber until it is soft and remove the internal organs and impurities to ensure the taste and quality when eating. In addition, the type and amount of ingredients and seasonings can be adjusted as needed according to personal taste.