The Mid-Autumn Festival is approaching, and discussions about how to preserve mooncakes have arisen. Traditionally, it is not recommended to store mooncakes in the refrigerator. Due to the high-temperature baking process, their outer crust can become dry in a low-temperature environment, which not only affects the taste of the mooncakes but also leads to moisture loss inside, thereby impacting the overall eating experience.
Moreover, it is not recommended to consume mooncakes with congee. Although this combination may offer a unique taste sensation, both mooncakes and congee are foods that can quickly raise blood sugar levels, which is particularly detrimental for diabetic patients. Additionally, such a dietary combination may have negative effects on brain cell health and could slow down the fat metabolism process, a fact that many people might not be aware of.
Furthermore, it is important to note that mooncakes are high in fat and can spoil easily if stored for a long time. During the festival, people tend to buy several mooncakes at once, but storing them for too long can lead to spoilage of the filling, which may increase the risk of food poisoning after consumption. Therefore, mooncakes should be consumed as soon as possible after purchase to avoid quality issues caused by prolonged storage.
