Strolling down the streets somewhere in the Southeastern China, you encounter this intriguing plant every now and then. It’s standing in front of fruit shops or is sold by street vendors at parks and crossroads. As someone raised in Europe (in temperate climate) you’re unable to recognize the nature of this reed. Finally one day, during a walk, your friend asks if you want to eat something sweet…
Sugar cane at fruit shop Living by motto “never refuse sweets when offered” you simply can’t say no. She takes you to the nearest stand. The vendor takes out a huge chopper and starts to peel the cane. In a minute you’re being given something resembling a club (which probably could be used as self defense tool). You’re speechless. You have no idea what to do next. Your friend seeing your consternation says simply: “just bite and chew it”. You do what you’ve been told. Somehow biting into this stick, makes you feel like a beaver ready to build its dam. You start chewing out the juice.
How does it taste? Like sweet water with carrot like aftertaste. Doesn’t sound too encouraging, right? Maybe right, but somehow when you start chewing, you simply can’t stop yourself from eating more. It’s somewhat addicting. It’s also healthy (at least more than traditional sweets). Sugar cane juice is said (by old uncle Google) to contain many vitamins and minerals.
How does it taste? Like sweet water with carrot like aftertaste. Doesn’t sound too encouraging, right? Maybe right, but somehow when you start chewing, you simply can’t stop yourself from eating more. It’s somewhat addicting. It’s also healthy (at least more than traditional sweets). Sugar cane juice is said (by old uncle Google) to contain many vitamins and minerals.
Sugar cane - peeled When you suck out all the juice you’re being left with a feeling of a handful of sawdust in your mouth. That’s the part you should spit out. Yes, yes, spit out. It’s not very refined but it’s the only way.
Is it worth trying? Definitely. It’s a great chance to obtain new experience for a low price (1 cane costs 5-10 RMB ~1$). You’re not risking anything (at least if you doesn’t have fake teeth – in that case you should probably refrain from this adventure).
Bon appetite!
Is it worth trying? Definitely. It’s a great chance to obtain new experience for a low price (1 cane costs 5-10 RMB ~1$). You’re not risking anything (at least if you doesn’t have fake teeth – in that case you should probably refrain from this adventure).
Bon appetite!
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