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Spring is the best time to enjoy fresh asparagus, and the Agricultural Chemicals and Fertilizers Bureau has shared several simple cooking tips to preserve the sweetness and nutrition of asparagus. In Taiwan, there are mainly green asparagus and white asparagus, both of which are rich in various vitamins and dietary fiber. When cooking, it is recommended to blanch them for 90 seconds after the water boils, and then chill them to prevent nutrient loss. Additionally, stir-frying with sesame oil or olive oil can help with the absorption of vitamin A. The Agricultural Chemicals and Fertilizers Bureau also recommends two easy recipes: "Stir-fried Asparagus" and "Cold Tossed Asparagus," allowing people to easily enjoy the deliciousness and health benefits of spring.

Spring is the best time to taste asparagus. To help everyone enjoy it healthily and deliciously, the Agricultural and Food Agency recently shared some useful tips to keep seasonal asparagus fresh and nutritious.

The Agricultural and Food Agency pointed out that the common types of asparagus in Taiwan are green asparagus and white asparagus. Green asparagus has a high water content and a sweet flavor, making it suitable for stir-frying; while white asparagus has a tender texture and higher sweetness, suitable for boiling or tossing with cold dishes. Both types of asparagus are rich in dietary fiber, vitamins A, B-group, C, as well as potassium, folic acid, and aspartic acid, making them a healthy choice for refreshing spring dishes.

To avoid nutrient loss, the Agricultural and Food Agency recommends paying attention to the following two points when cooking asparagus:

• The blanching time should not be too long; it is recommended to blanch for about 90 seconds after the water boils, then immediately ice it down to prevent nutrient loss.
• Add sesame oil or olive oil when stir-frying, as this will help with the absorption of vitamin A.

In addition, the Agricultural and Food Agency recommends two simple and delicious asparagus dishes. The first is "Stir-Fried Asparagus," which can be paired with sweet peppers, mushrooms, or seafood; it is advisable to use crisp and tender green asparagus. The second is "Cold Asparagus," which can be served with sesame oil, sesame paste, or hollandaise sauce, recommending the sweeter white asparagus. We hope everyone can make good use of seasonal ingredients to enjoy the deliciousness of spring while eating healthily and safely.