"Xigua" (pronounced shee-gwah) is the Mandarin Chinese word for watermelon, originating from Africa. It refers to the common red-fleshed fruit, though sometimes used to describe yellow-fleshed, sweet, and hydrating varieties. It is widely used in Chinese cuisine, and often enjoyed for its high water content, ideal for smoothies, salads, and snacks. Due to their high water content, they’re excellent for rehydration. Potassium, vitamin C, and vitamin A can all be found in watermelons. They're red because they contain the powerful antioxidant lycopene.
“Xi Lan Hua” is the Chinese term for broccoli. Broccoli is a superfood member of the Brassica oleracea family, which also includes cabbage, cauliflower, and Brussels sprouts. Its sturdy stalk is covered with clusters of tasty flowers. Broccoli is one of my go-to veggies because it’s versatile enough to be used in a variety of cooked or raw dishes, including salads.
There, now we've learned a couple Chinese words, for a couple of our common foods. 😉😁
Can you think of other foods beginning with "X"?
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