Processing method for retaining freshness and keeping crispness of dried cucumber strips

Abstract

The invention provides a fresh-keeping and brittleness-keeping processing method for dried cucumber strips, and relates to the technical field of cucumber processing.The processing method comprises the following steps that seeds are selected, and coal cinder powder and water are adopted to soak and germinate the cucumber seeds, so that the germination rate and quality of the seeds are improved; in the melon vine growth stage, the melon vines are fixed to a melon frame through soft ropes made of corn bran so as to promote healthy growth of the melon vines, and the melon vines are picked after growth is completed. According to the method, through soaking and germination treatment, healthier and higher-quality cucumbers can be bred, so that a good foundation is laid for subsequent processing; corn bran soft ropes are used for fixing melon vines, healthy growth of plants is facilitated, diseases and insect pests are reduced, and the yield is increased; appearance and size standards are set to ensure that the quality of the picked cucumbers is consistent, so that the final product has higher market competitiveness; the treatment modes of peeling, sectioning and flesh digging can reduce moisture, retain the natural flavor of the cucumbers and improve the crisp and tender taste of the cucumbers.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The invention relates to the technical field of cucumber processing, in particular to a processing method for dried cucumber strips for retaining freshness and crispness. Background Art

[0002] Cucumber is a common vegetable belonging to the Cucurbitaceae family. Cucumber has a high water content and low calories, making it an ideal food for a weight loss diet. It is rich in vitamin C, vitamin K, potassium and magnesium, which help maintain good health. Dried cucumber sticks are a dehydrated vegetable product, usually made from fresh cucumbers.

[0003] However, during the traditional processing of cucumber strips, cucumbers release a lot of water, causing them to become dry and lose their original moisture and crispness. Excessive water loss will make cucumbers soft and no longer crisp. During the processing, cucumbers are exposed to air and may cause oxidation reactions, causing the texture of the food to become hard, the taste to deteriorate, and the original fresh taste to lose. Summary of the invention

[0004] In view of the deficiencies in the prior art, the present invention provides a processing method for dried cucumber strips for locking in freshness and maintaining crispness, which solves the problem that in the traditional processing of cucumber strips, cucumbers release a large amount of water, causing the cucumbers to become dry and lose their original moisture and crispness.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention is implemented through the following technical scheme: a processing method for retaining freshness and crispness of dried cucumber strips, the processing method comprising the following steps:

[0006] Select seeds, soak and germinate cucumber seeds with coal slag powder and water to improve the germination rate and quality of seeds;

[0007] During the vine growth stage, soft ropes made of corn husks are used to secure the vines to the racks to promote their healthy growth, and they are picked after growth is complete.

[0008] Preferably, the picking criteria of the cucumbers are:

[0009] The exterior is thornless and pure green in color;

[0010] The flesh is thick and the pulp is small, and the length is between 45 cm and 54 cm.

[0011] Preferably, the processing step further comprises:

[0012] Use scissors to peel, split and remove the cucumbers, making sure the tail of the cucumber is not cut off when splitting.

[0013] The processed cucumbers are cut into four strips along the length, further cut into eight strips, and hung on racks for drying.

[0014] Preferably, the drying step is:

[0015] Arrange the cucumber strips on the rack and place them in the drying room;

[0016] Bake at 50°C for 8 to 10 hours, then turn over and continue baking for no more than 24 hours to ensure the cucumber strips remain crisp. After baking, store and package them.

[0017] Preferably, the steps of storing and packaging are:

[0018] After the roasted cucumbers have cooled, tie them up and seal them in a large jar so that they can be taken out and eaten whenever you want.

[0019] Or you can put the dried cucumbers into a plastic bag and seal it. They can be stored at room temperature for 10 months without changing their color and taste.

[0020] Preferably, a natural preservative is added during the storage and packaging process to enhance the freshness-locking effect of the cucumber strips and maintain their crisp and tender taste.

[0021] The present invention provides a processing method for dried cucumber strips to lock in freshness and maintain crispness. It has the following beneficial effects:

[0022] 1. The present invention can breed healthier and higher-quality cucumbers through soaking and germination treatment, thereby laying a good foundation for subsequent processing; using corn husk soft ropes to fix the cucumber vines is conducive to the healthy growth of plants, reduces pests and diseases, and increases yield; setting appearance and size standards ensures that the quality of the picked cucumbers is consistent, making the final product more competitive in the market; the processing methods of peeling, splitting and pulping can reduce moisture and retain the natural flavor of the cucumbers, thereby improving the crisp and tender taste.

[0023] 2. The present invention controls temperature and time to ensure that the cucumber strips remain crisp during the drying process and are not over-dried or deteriorated; through proper storage packaging and the addition of natural preservatives, the dried cucumber strips can be stored for a long time at room temperature to maintain their color and taste; sealed packaging and large-jar storage methods are convenient for consumers to use at any time, thereby improving the convenience of the product; proper processing can retain the nutrients in the cucumbers to the greatest extent, providing a healthy snack option. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0024] The following will be combined with the scheme in the embodiment of the present invention to clearly and completely describe the technical scheme in the embodiment of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiment is only a part of the embodiment of the present invention, not all the embodiments. Based on the embodiment of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative work are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0025] Example:

[0026] The embodiment of the present invention provides a method for processing dried cucumber strips to retain freshness and crispness, the processing method comprising the following steps:

[0027] Select seeds, soak and germinate cucumber seeds with coal slag powder and water to improve the germination rate and quality of seeds;

[0028] During the vine growth stage, soft ropes made of corn husks are used to secure the vines to the racks to promote their healthy growth, and they are picked after growth is complete.

[0029] The picking standards for cucumbers are:

[0030] The exterior is thornless and pure green in color;

[0031] The flesh is thick and the pulp is small, and the length is between 45 cm and 54 cm.

[0032] The processing steps also include:

[0033] Use scissors to peel, split and remove the cucumbers, making sure the tail of the cucumber is not cut off when splitting.

[0034] The processed cucumbers are cut into four strips along the length, further cut into eight strips, and hung on racks for drying.

[0035] The drying steps are:

[0036] Arrange the cucumber strips on the rack and place them in the drying room;

[0037] Bake at 50°C for 8 to 10 hours, then turn over and continue baking for no more than 24 hours to ensure the cucumber strips remain crisp. After baking, store and package them.

[0038] The steps for storage packaging are:

[0039] After the roasted cucumbers have cooled, tie them up and seal them in a large jar so that they can be taken out and eaten whenever you want.

[0040] Or you can put the dried cucumbers into a plastic bag and seal it. They can be stored at room temperature for 10 months without changing their color and taste.

[0041] Natural preservatives are added during the storage and packaging process to enhance the freshness of the cucumber strips and maintain their crispy and tender taste.

[0042] In this embodiment, through soaking and germination treatment, healthier and higher-quality cucumbers can be bred, thus laying a good foundation for subsequent processing; using corn husk soft ropes to fix the cucumber vines is conducive to the healthy growth of plants, reduces pests and diseases, and increases yields; setting appearance and size standards ensures that the quality of the picked cucumbers is consistent, making the final product more competitive in the market; the treatment methods of peeling, splitting and pulping can reduce moisture and retain the natural flavor of the cucumbers, and improve the crisp and tender taste; controlling temperature and time ensures that the cucumber strips remain crisp during the drying process without being over-dried or deteriorating; through appropriate storage packaging and the addition of natural preservatives, the dried cucumber strips can be stored for a long time at room temperature to maintain their color and taste; sealed packaging and large-jar storage methods are convenient for consumers to take at any time, improving the convenience of the product; the appropriate processing process can retain the nutrients in the cucumbers to the greatest extent, providing a healthy snack option; in summary, this embodiment not only improves product quality, but also enhances market competitiveness, meeting consumers' demand for healthy food.

[0043] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be appreciated by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and variations may be made to the embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, and that the scope of the present invention is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A method for processing dried cucumber strips to retain freshness and crispness, characterized in that: The processing method comprises the following steps: Select seeds, soak and germinate cucumber seeds with coal slag powder and water to improve the germination rate and quality of seeds; During the vine growth stage, soft ropes made of corn husks are used to secure the vines to the racks to promote their healthy growth, and they are picked after growth is complete.

2. The method for processing dried cucumber strips to preserve freshness and crispness according to claim 1, characterized in that: The picking standards for the cucumbers are: The exterior is thornless and pure green in color; The flesh is thick and the pulp is small, and the length is between 45 cm and 54 cm.

3. The method for processing dried cucumber strips to retain freshness and crispness according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: The processing steps also include: Use scissors to peel, split and remove the cucumbers, making sure the tail of the cucumber is not cut off when splitting. The processed cucumbers are cut into four strips along the length, further cut into eight strips, and hung on racks for drying.

4. The method for processing dried cucumber strips to retain freshness and crispness according to claim 3, characterized in that: The drying step is: Arrange the cucumber strips on the rack and place them in the drying room; Bake at 50°C for 8 to 10 hours, then turn over and continue baking for no more than 24 hours to ensure the cucumber strips remain crisp. After baking, store and package them.

5. The method for processing dried cucumber strips to preserve freshness and crispness according to claim 4, characterized in that: The steps of storing and packaging are: After the roasted cucumbers have cooled, tie them up and seal them in a large jar so that they can be taken out and eaten whenever you want. Or you can put the dried cucumbers into a plastic bag and seal it. They can be stored at room temperature for 10 months without changing their color and taste.

6. The method for processing dried cucumber strips to retain freshness and crispness according to claim 5, characterized in that: During the storage and packaging process, a natural preservative is added to enhance the freshness-locking effect of the cucumber strips and maintain the crispness and tenderness of the taste.