In modern society, the variety and quality of food has changed dramatically. Many foods that were once food for the poor are now high-end foods, and this transformation also reflects socio-economic changes and the improvement of people's living standards. Here are 10 foods that were once poor and are now high-end:
1. 大闸蟹
It turned out that hairy crabs did not have such a rich seasoning combination as today, and people at that time ate hairy crabs just to satisfy their stomachs, and because of the strong fishy smell, people were not very interested in its texture and taste, so hairy crabs at that time could be said to be poor people's food, and even some people would regard it as a not very delicious ingredient.
However, with the development of the times and the advancement of technology, people's demand for food culture has also increased, so the cooking methods and ingredients of hairy crabs have become more and more diverse. Today's hairy crabs are not only delicious, but also nutritious, and have become a delicacy on people's tables.
In order to taste the most authentic crab roe, some people even travel thousands of miles to Yangcheng Lake to taste it. In general, the hairy crab is no longer the food that has no seasoning, fishy smell and not full stomach in the past, but has become a delicacy with rich history and cultural connotation.
2. Matsutake mushrooms
Matsutake, native to Japan, China, and the Korean Peninsula, is a rare and precious edible mushroom that is pure and natural, and is known as the "king of fungi". In the past, matsutake mushrooms were grown in large quantities in high-altitude primeval forests, and were very common, but they were not valued because of their light taste and generally unpalatable taste.
However, with the change of the environment and over-harvesting in recent years, the number of matsutake mushrooms has decreased dramatically, so it has become a valuable wild edible mushroom, and its price has gradually risen, and it has attracted widespread attention and popularity.
3. Black truffle
Black truffle is a valuable wild edible mushroom, rich in nutrients, people used to use it as pig feed, and later found that it has high medicinal value and edible value, and now it has become one of the essential ingredients in high-end restaurants and Western restaurants.
The effect of black truffle on the kidney, improving sleep quality, and nourishing sperm and blood is due to its rich content of a variety of amino acids and minerals, such as zinc, iron, manganese, magnesium, etc., which can nourish the body, improve the body's immunity, improve sleep quality, and enhance men's sexual function.
4. Salmon
Salmon, as an ingredient that originally only appeared on the tables of coastal fishermen, has not been widely recognized because of its relatively poor taste after cooking, which is difficult to meet people's taste needs. However, with the emphasis on healthy and nutritious diets, salmon has gradually been pushed onto the table and has become a popular ingredient.
Nowadays, salmon has become a much-loved food, not only in supermarkets and restaurants, but also in cooking at home. For many people, tasting salmon becomes a way to enjoy life. However, salmon also has some potential risks, such as the possibility of containing parasites. Therefore, when consuming salmon, we need to pay attention to safety and hygiene issues to ensure our health.
5. Raspberries
In many mountainous areas, a wild fruit called raspberry has a sour taste, and many people don't even know it's edible, so in the past, they were often overlooked. However, this humble wild fruit has now been transformed into one of the high-end fruits. This is because raspberries not only have a unique taste, but are also rich in nutrients such as vitamin C, which are loved by fitness people.
6. Wild large yellow croaker
In the past, in some waters of southern China, especially in the waters of Fujian and Guangdong, the number of large yellow croaker was quite large, and the price was relatively cheap, and the local fishermen made considerable profits by fishing large yellow croaker. However, due to factors such as environmental pollution and overfishing, the number of these wild large yellow croakers has decreased dramatically, resulting in a rapid increase in the price of large yellow croaker.
At the same time, in order to alleviate the contradiction between supply and demand in the market, many fishermen began to try to carry out artificial breeding of large yellow croaker, but due to technical and cost constraints, artificial breeding of large yellow croaker still cannot completely replace wild large yellow croaker. In general, the number of wild large yellow croaker is scarce and the price is high, while the artificially farmed large yellow croaker has been developed to a certain extent, but it still cannot fully meet the demand of the market.
7. Camellia oil
In the past, it was generally believed that only lard could provide the human body with the oil and calories it needed, while tea oil could only be exchanged for lard due to its low yield and single use, so the price has always been lower than that of lard.
However, with the continuous development of science and technology, human beings have gradually discovered that camellia oil has many unique advantages and uses, which makes the status of camellia oil gradually rise, and the price also rises. Nowadays, the price of tea oil is comparable to lard, or even higher.
8. Soft-shelled turtle
In the past, turtle turtles were regarded as sacred objects, so they were rarely eaten. It is only on special occasions, such as sacrifices and important banquets, that tortoiseshelled turtles are used. In the past, eating soft-shelled turtle was regarded as a strange story, but now, soft-shelled turtle has become one of the main dishes of the banquet. This is because with the development of society and the improvement of people's living standards, people's demand for food has also changed.
Nowadays, people pay more attention to the nutritional value and taste of food, and soft-shelled turtles just meet these needs. At the same time, the meat of soft-shelled turtle is delicious and delicate, and it is also loved by people.
9. Bergamot
In the past, bergamot snails could often be seen on the reefs by the sea, although the appearance of this snail was not good-looking, and the meat quality was relatively small, and it was more difficult to eat, but due to people's understanding of this ingredient and the lack of cooking technology at that time, bergamot snails were not widely recognized and loved by people.
However, with the passage of time and the continuous development of cooking techniques, it was discovered that bergamot is actually a very delicious and nutritious ingredient, and now more and more people are beginning to try and love bergamot, and the market demand is gradually increasing.
10. Sea cucumbers
In ancient times, coconut was a plant that was used as a fruit and food, mainly by the poor. And the coconut shell, which is the kernel of the coconut, is also thrown away as waste.
However, in modern times, coconut is no longer just used for food, but is also widely used in other fields, including healthcare and beauty. The kernel of the coconut, also known as the coconut shell, has become a popular top-notch ingredient due to its rich nutritional value and unique taste.