How much does black tomato cost per jin, and what are the seven major differences from red tomatoes?
Black tomato is a new variety of tomato, named for its red-black fruit color and flesh. It has high nutritional value and a balanced sweet-and-sour taste, so it is deeply loved by people. However, because the areas where it is currently grown are few, it is relatively rare on the market. So how much does black tomato cost per jin? What is the difference from red tomato?
I. Introduction to black tomato:
1. Is black tomato genetically modified?
Black tomato is not genetically modified. It is a new variety of tomato, originally from South America, combining medicinal and edible uses. It is rich in vitamin C and lycopene. Regular consumption has whitening and skin-care, kidney-tonifying, and weight-loss effects, making it very suitable for women to eat.
2. What varieties of black tomato are there?
Black Concubine 50 small tomato, Black Concubine 80 small tomato, Black Concubine 100 small tomato, Korean Black Pearl.
II. How much does black tomato cost per jin?
Black tomato prices vary on the market, generally around 30-40 yuan per jin, but due to differences in place of origin, variety, market, and selling time, the price will vary. For example, in the Yunnan area the price is about 35-80 yuan per jin, in the Nanjing market in Jiangsu it is about 45 yuan per jin, and in Liaoning the selling price is about 35 yuan per jin, so the specific price still needs to be checked at the local market. However, it is rarely seen on the market. If you want to buy it, you can try to purchase it online as much as possible. For example, on a certain treasure platform, in the Liaoning area 2.5 kg sells for about 70 yuan, and in the Dali area 20 pieces sell for about 110 yuan, so overall it is not very expensive.
III. What is the difference between black tomato and red tomato?
Difference one, different color: the flesh and skin of black tomato are green when unripe and red-black or light brown when ripe, but most are red-black; the flesh and skin of red tomato are red.
Difference two, different skin: black tomato skin is relatively thin and can be eaten directly; red tomato skin is also relatively thin, but it can be peeled off and eaten directly, though many people peel it off.
Difference three, different place of origin: black tomato originated in South America and is grown relatively more in Shaanxi, China; red tomato originated in South America and is cultivated in all parts of China.
Difference four, different nutritional value: black tomato is rich in vitamin C, lycopene, antioxidants, and vitamin C. In particular, its lycopene content is 10 times that of ordinary tomato and is very easily absorbed by the human body; red tomato is rich in vitamin C, carotene, and multiple elements such as calcium, phosphorus, and iron. In particular, its vitamin C content is 10 times that of watermelon.
Difference five, different effects: black tomato has the effects of nourishing yin and tonifying yang, whitening and skin care, and weight loss, making it very suitable for women, the elderly, and sick people to eat; red tomato has the effects of clearing heat and detoxifying, promoting fluid production and quenching thirst. Regular consumption can treat liver disease, high blood pressure, and other conditions, and it is suitable for men, women, the young, and the old.
Difference six, different ways of eating: black tomato can be eaten raw or cooked, but it is especially suitable for fresh eating; red tomato can be eaten raw or cooked, but it is mostly eaten cooked, and is often used to make soup, scrambled eggs, and so on.
Difference seven, different price: black tomato is very expensive, generally around thirty to forty yuan per jin, ranking among high-end fruits; red tomato is relatively affordable, generally around two to three yuan per jin.
Overall, black tomato is very expensive and rarely sold on the market, so try to buy it online. In addition, although black tomato is a tomato, it differs from red tomato to some extent in appearance, nutritional value, and price, so pay attention when purchasing.