How to Distinguish Between Authentic and Fake Black Goji Berries and How Much Are They Per Pound
Black Cuscus Not red cuscus, black cuscus, whether in terms of price or efficacy, is far beyond red cuscus. Anti-aging is one of the main functions of black cuscus. A large amount of anthocyanins can effectively act as antioxidants. Now, let's talk about the price of black cuscus this year.
The main ways of counterfeiting black cuscus currently
1. Replace white thorn fruit with it. This is because the color of white thorn fruit is similar to that of black cuscus, and it is not noticeable if you don't look closely. The price of black cuscus is about 2000 yuan per 500 grams, while the price of Tanggut white thorn fruit is less than 20 yuan per 1000 grams. Selling white thorn fruit as black cuscus is purely fraud.
2. Spray water on black cuscus to increase its weight, increase the humidity of black cuscus. Such black cuscus is easily volatile and prone to mold and insect infestation.
3. Use Blueberries as a substitute. Use smaller blueberries to remove the seeds and dry them to imitate black cuscus. Blueberries are berries and do not have seeds, while black cuscus has multiple seeds, which can be easily distinguished.
4. Dye other similar fruits and then imitate black cuscus. Dyed black cuscus can be distinguished after brewing. Because black cuscus contains anthocyanins, it turns blue when mixed with acidic water, and purple when mixed with alkaline water. Dyed black cuscus is generally only brewed into one color.
How to distinguish genuine and fake black cuscus
Distinguish by appearance
Black cuscus is a multi-thorn shrub,, the branches are hard, the berries are purple and black, and the shape is spherical. Sometimes the top is slightly concave, with a diameter of 4–9 mm. More than 95% of black cuscus have stems. The fruit contains 5-8 seeds. After drying, they can be easily turned into powder by hand. White thorn fruit is dark red, has no fruit stem, and the mature fruit stem automatically falls off. It is single-seeded and hard to pinch. Blueberries are purple and black, have no fruit stems, and are seedless.
Furthermore, observe the fruit stem. Qinghai black cuscus fruit stem is grayish white. If a large amount of fruit stems turn blue, it is definitely dyed.
Distinguish by brewing color
The color of black cuscus after brewing is very dark, and it turns blue when brewed in tap water (acidic water), and purple when brewed in mineral water (alkaline water). Low sugar content, slightly sweet in water. The color of white thorn fruit after brewing is very light, high sugar content, and tastes sweet. The color of blueberries after brewing is relatively light, high sugar content, and tastes sweeter.
The genuine black cuscus appears as a silk-like blue when put in tap water. Dyed fruits, once put in water, will appear a large area of blue. If you encounter dyed black cuscus, the color after brewing will only be one color, and it will not have different colors under different conditions.
Distinguish by origin
The best wild black cuscus comes from Qinghai. Because the black cuscus from Qinghai has a high anthocyanin content of more than 4 points, which is higher than the black cuscus from Xinjiang and Gansu, the price is different depending on the origin. Genuine black cuscus, especially those grown in the wild, are precious resources and have limited production. At least 2000 yuan per kilogram. Other counterfeit black cuscus, only 100 yuan per kilogram. If you encounter black cuscus with a price that is too cheap, you should be vigilant. It may be a counterfeit product.
Distinguish by price
"One price, one value" is also applicable to black cuscus. Genuine black cuscus, especially those grown in the wild, are precious resources and have limited production. At least 1000 yuan per kilogram. Other counterfeit fruits, only 100 yuan per kilogram. If you encounter black cuscus with a price that is too cheap, you should be vigilant.
How much does black cuscus cost per kilogram?
According to my information, the price of most black cuscus on the market is now 300-1000 yuan per kilogram. The quality ones can sell for 3000-4000 yuan per kilogram. Some black cuscus brands are willing to enter the high-end market, so they will pay extra attention to both packaging and quality.
There are less than 100 tons of wild black cuscus in the country. That is, even if the price of black cuscus drops significantly, the price of wild black cuscus will not be affected in the short term. At the same time, wild black cuscus needs to be harvested manually. An individual farmer can only harvest up to 1-2 kilograms per day, so wild black cuscus will not have a large-scale market impact.
Here, I will take the example of Damachi black cuscus. How much does Damachi black cuscus cost per kilogram? If you buy wild black cuscus from farmers, the price is between 150-300 yuan per kilogram, of course, after the retailer packages it, these wild black cuscus may sell for 600-1000 yuan per kilogram. If the quality is particularly good, it can even sell for 2000 yuan per kilogram. Therefore, you can judge that if the wild black cuscus sold online is at the same price as the price ofಗಾರ, it is likely a fake product.
Correct way to eat black cuscusChew directly
The taste is similar to eating grapes
Dried Blood Brew with cold or warm water (too high a temperature will destroy the anthocyanins in black cuscus, and the recommended water temperature is 50-75 degrees. Please brew for about 5 minutes, until the water is clear, then eat the black cuscus (after the nutrients and anthocyanins are released, some of the fruit will become slightly transparent white). You can add honey according to your personal preferences.
Brew with wine
You can drink it immediately or store it for later consumption. Generally, it can be stored for 30-60 days. Medicinal use
Use according to doctor's prescription. Cook Cook with hazelnut It can nourish kidney and improve vision;Cook black cuscus and eggs to nourish the liver and kidney, improve the essence and blood, and replenish Qi and blood, which is suitable for neurasthenia, anemia, chronic hepatitis, and vision decline (method: wash and dry the black cuscus, put them in a pot together with eggs, add an appropriate amount of water, and cook over fire for 10 minutes. Remove the eggs, peel them, and put them back in the pot. Cook for a while and then eat). SkinCook with
tofuto clear heat, nourish the stomach and intestines, nourish liver and eyes, and promote blood circulation. (method: peel the skin, cut it into pieces. Place the tofu, black cuscus, and cooked rice in a pot, add an appropriate amount of water, and cook over fire for 10 minutes. Remove the tofu, peel it, and put it back in the pot. Cook for a while and then eat).
Black Cuscus and Hazelnuts SoupBlack Cuscus and Egg SoupBlack Cuscus and Tofu SoupBy protecting genetic material, anthocyanins can indirectly protect us against cancer. Although it is a long-term effect, anthocyanins do have an indirect protective effect. Furthermore, the ability of anthocyanins to remove free radicals can prevent cancer cells from spreading smoothly, thereby protecting more healthy cells from being eroded by cancer cells. On the other hand, some cancers form tumors by dissolving tissue and cells, and these cancer cells produce dissolving cholesterol and protein cholesterol, while anthocyanins can protect proteins from the effects of cholesterol.
Correct way to eat black goji berries
Chew directly
It has a subtle sweetness, similar to regular eating Grapes Dried Same.
Steep in cold or warm water (too high a temperature will destroy the anthocyanins in black goji berries, recommended water temperature 50-75 degrees)
Wait for about 5 minutes to drink, until the water is clear, then eat the black goji berries (after the nutrients and anthocyanins are released, some of the fruit will be slightly translucent white). Depending on personal preference, you can also add Honey.
Steeped in alcohol
Can be drunk immediately or stored for later consumption, generally within half a month to a month.
Medicinal use
Use according to doctor's prescription.
Cooked soup
Can be cooked with hazelnuts to replenish kidney essence, nourish liver and eyesight;Cook with black goji berries Eggs Can nourish the liver and kidneys, replenish essence and blood, replenish qi and blood, suitable for symptoms such as neurasthenia, anemia, chronic hepatitis, and vision decline (method: wash and dry the goji berries. Wash and dry the eggs with shells, place the goji berries and eggs in a pot, add an appropriate amount of water, cook for 10 minutes, remove the eggs and peel them, place them in the pot and cook for a moment before taking them);Duck eggs Goji berry jelly Tofu The soup can clear heat, strengthen the stomach, nourish liver and eyesight, and strengthen qi (method: peel and cut the duck eggs into pieces. Thaw and cut the tofu into pieces Peanuts Heat oil in a pot to fry, remove and peel, heat oil in a pot and fry the almonds until fragrant, then remove. Add pork bones to the pot Soup Add duck eggs, tofu, goji berries, and season Add MSG and salt, cook for 10 minutes, add peanuts and almonds,Green onions done.
