Juice Exploration ::: Watermelon + Strawberry + Cucumber Juice

1.5kg of Watermelon
250g of Strawberries
1 Cucumber


Watermelon
Health Benefit of Watermelon Juice
High quantities of iron
rich in antioxidants, it can preempt the development of kidney stones
Soothes sore muscles
Improved circulation can benefit more than just the heart
Antioxidant linked to both the prevention and treatment of prostate cancer, Stomach Cancer, Lung Cancer
Anti-aging
Very hydrating
Cleansing
Helps to control blood pressure
Promotes weight loss
Helps to lower cholesterol
Offers natural sun protection
Relieves edema (water retention)
Relieves mental depression and fatigue
Rejuvenating blood tonic
Perfect piece to beat the summer heat
Antioxidant
Diuretic
vitamin C
When juicing with seeds and rind, the result is a good source of chlorophyll, vitamin B1, B6, potassium, magnesium, zinc, iodine, nucleic acids, and enzymes that aid in digestion.

How to choose and store Watermelon in general?
- Store whole watermelons in a cool place. Once cut, store for up to two days in the fridge.
- Thump a watermelon with your knuckles. If it sounds hollow, it will taste sweet. Look for a dark green melon, dull rather than shiny, with a pale yellow underbelly.

Some good reads are found here About Watermelon


Strawberry
Health Benefit of Strawberry Juice
Vitamin C
Vitamin B6
Vatamin K
Antioxidants
Fibre
Folic Acid
Iodine
Folate
Copper
Magnesium
Phosphorus
Botin
Omega-3 Fats
Potassium
Phytonutrients
Flavanoids
Phytochemicals
Digestive Ailments
Teeth Whitening
Skin Irritations
Blood Sugar Levels
Boost Immunity
Promote Eye Health
Help fight or Prevent Cancer
Anti-aging properties
Help fight Bad Cholesterol
Reduce Inflammation
Regulate Blood Pressure
Help aid in Weight Management
Promote Pre-Natal Health
Boost Short-term Memory

How to choose and store Strawberry in general?
- Store whole watermelons in without washing or removing the stems. Arrange them on a paper towel-lined tray, cover with plastic wrap and then refrigerate. Before consuming wash the strawberries under cool water and then remove stems.
- Choose strawberries that are firm, plump, unblemished, free of mold, shiny, deep red color and bright green caps attached.

Some good reads are found here About Strawberry


Cucumber
Health Benefit of Cucumber Juice
Vitamin A
Vitamin B1, B5, B7
Vitamin C
Vitamin K
Magnesium
Potassium
Silicon
Antioxidant
Flavonoids
Tannins
Iron
Calcium
Anti-inflammatory Flavonol
Rehydrates body
Fights heat
Flushes out toxins
Aids in weight loss
Revives the eyes
Stabilizes blood pressure
Helps digestion
Smooths hair, nails, muscle and joint pain
Good for diabetics
Reduces cholesterol
Protect Your Brain
Reduce Your Risk of Cancer
Manage Stress
Maintain a Healthy Weight
Pain-relieving effects
Hangover cure
Promotes joint health
Relieves gout
Arthritis pain
Bone health

How to choose and store Cucumber in general?
- Store cucumber should be stored at room temperature and keep them separately from bananas, tomatoes, and melons, which are all high ethylene producers which cucumber will be sensitive to it.
- Choose cucumber that are bright, even color of skin without dullness or sweating, firm and does not bend. Smaller cucumbers are crisper and have finer seeds.

Some good reads are found here About Cucumber


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Japanese Crabstick and Corn Salad Recipe

Ingredients
6 Crab Stick
2 Japanese Cucumber
4 tablespoons whole Kernel Corn
2 tablespoon of Tobiko or Ebiko
Japanese Mayonnaise

Step 1 Steam Crab Sticks and shred it into strips.
Step 2 Steam and cool whole Kernel Corn.
Step 3 Remove seeds of Japanese Cucumber, shred and soak it into cold water for 2 mins.
Step 4 Drain Japanese Cucumber and Corn.
Step 5 Place ingredients in individual serving bowl. First Japanese Cucumber. Second Crabsticks, Third Corn then top it with Tobiko/Ebiko.
Step 6 Drizzle Japanese Mayonnaise and serve.


This is a very good Japanese Meal Side dish.

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Sweet & Sour Fish (Yellowtail Fusilier)

Deep Fried Yellowtail Fusilier Fish Ingredients
500g of Yellowtail Fusilier Fish
2 cups of Cooking Oil

Wash and pat dry and score the Yellowtail Fusilier Fish. Heat up Cooking Oil in pan, it's hot enough when you put in your chopstick and it bubbles. Put in the fish and fry until both sides crisp up and turn golden brown. Drain on a few layers of kitchen towel and place it on a serving dish.

Sweet & Sour Sauce Ingredients
1/2 cup of Halfed Cherry Tomatoes
1/2 cup of cubed Cucumber
1/2 cup of Tomato Sauce
1 tablespoon of Thai Chilli Sauce
1 teaspoon of Corn Flour mixed with 3 tablespoon of Filtered Water
1 teaspoon of Sugar

Throw in the Cherry Tomatoes and stir fry it till the skin wrinkle up slightly. Add in the Tomato Sauce, Thai Chilli Sauce, Sugar, and Cucumber. When the sides start bubbling, pour in the Mixed Corn Flour with Water. Simmer down until the thickness is sauce like. Pour over the Deep Fried Yellowtail Fusilier Fish.

It's ready to be serve!


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Side Dish Exploration ::: Korean Sweet Anchovies with Cucumber

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My favorite Korean side dish that I always ask for refill… there are few more… wait for me to explore & I’ll definitely share with all of you… for now is SWEET ANCHOVIES with CUCUMBERS…



Ingredients needed:::
1 tablespoon of Cooking Oil (Halal style) / 1 teaspoon of Lard (Non-Halal style)
Hand Full of Baby Anchovies
Half Hand Full of diced Japanese Cucumber
1 teaspoon of Fine Sugar

Steps~~~

Turn up the heat to Medium to warm up the pan and add in the Cooking Oil/Lard.
Throw in the Baby Anchovies to cook till lightly golden then add in the diced Japanese Cucumber & Fine Sugar. Stir till all sugar melt which will be just in time when the Baby Anchovies are golden and the cucumber as slightly cooked, I love my cucumber crispy!

Dish out to serve~ Enjoy… <3

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