Tomatoes are a very popular food and are loved by many people because they can be prepared in many dishes, from salads to different types of sauces. However, many people are still unclear about whether or not to throw away the tomato skin.
Tomato skins are rich in nutrients...
Tomato skin contains many valuable nutrients that help improve health. It is known that tomato skin is rich in vitamin C, antioxidants and lycopene. Lycopene is a pigment that not only gives tomatoes their color but also prevents the appearance of cancer and cardiovascular diseases. Therefore, you can optimize and maximize the nutritional value of tomatoes by keeping the skin of this fruit.
In addition, the part also helps the texture of tomatoes to be more beautiful, convenient in preparing some dishes such as salad, grilled tomatoes... However, you need to wash tomatoes thoroughly to remove pesticide residue.
...but very difficult to digest
Tomato skins are rich in cellulose, a type of fiber that is difficult to digest. In addition, the natural acidity of tomato skins can also upset your stomach if eaten in large quantities. Therefore, to aid in better digestion, you should remove the skin of tomatoes, especially if you intend to eat them raw.
To make peeling tomatoes easier, place the tomatoes in boiling water for a few seconds, then immediately remove them and place them in ice water. This will make the tomatoes much easier to peel.
You can put the tomatoes in a large bowl of water and heat it in the microwave. This will have the same effect. Alternatively, you can also hold the tomatoes over a fire. The skin of the tomatoes will crack under the heat.
So, depending on your nutritional needs and processing needs, you can keep or peel off the tomato skin. The top priority is still to choose tomatoes that ensure safety.
