A customer is shopping for pre-made dishes. (data map) Photo by Zhang Lang
(Fighting against New Coronary Pneumonia) During the new crown epidemic, how to choose pre-made dishes correctly?
Chinanews.com, Nanchang, May 11 (Reporter Wu Pengquan) At the moment when the new crown epidemic is repeated, pre-made dishes that are easy to operate, no cutting, washing, no seasoning, and easy operation are favored by many people. Faced with a wide variety of pre-made dishes online and offline, how do consumers choose correctly? Experts from Jiangxi Provincial Market Supervision Bureau advised consumers on the 11th.
The so-called pre-cooked dishes refer to the pre-processed finished or semi-finished products made of various ingredients and accessories, which can be eaten by consumers after purchase by simply cooking or directly opening the package.
An expert from the Jiangxi Provincial Market Supervision Bureau said that, as a new food on the tongue, the food safety of prepared dishes has also become a common concern of the public. Consumers are reminded to carefully check the information of the manufacturer, license and inspection certificate when purchasing, and choose the pre-made food of the regular brand. In addition, it is necessary to pay attention to the contents of the dishes, main ingredients, quantity, production date, shelf life, storage conditions, subsequent processing methods and other information indicated in the food set, and choose the food set reasonably according to your own situation.
An expert from the Jiangxi Provincial Market Supervision Bureau said that when pre-made dishes are picked up offline, consumers should pay attention to whether the express delivery or takeaway is transported in accordance with the food storage and transportation conditions, and whether there is a problem that the relevant temperature or packaging cannot be reached during the transportation process. Damage caused by flatulence, leaking bags and other issues that affect the nutritional value of food and food safety; check the condition of the product, check whether the type and quantity of the dish are consistent with the label, and whether there is any problem with the freshness and quality of the dish.
In the event of food quality problems or food safety problems, experts from Jiangxi Provincial Market Supervision Bureau suggest that consumers take photos, record videos, etc. to keep evidence in time, and negotiate with merchants to resolve them, and can also file complaints and reports.
An expert from the Jiangxi Provincial Market Supervision Bureau reminded that when purchasing pre-made dishes, consumers should choose food packages reasonably, stock up rationally, and avoid waste caused by impulsive consumption based on their own circumstances and the number of people dining. After consumers receive the purchased prefabricated vegetables, they should quickly store them in different categories, separate raw and cooked foods to avoid cross-contamination, and store food in separate zones (stored below -18°C), refrigerated (stored at 0-4°C), and at room temperature (avoid high temperature environments). .
“Pre-made dishes enable people who are not good at cooking to make delicious food, but pay attention to a balanced diet, mix meat and vegetables, and properly match fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, dairy products, nuts and other foods. ” said an expert from the Jiangxi Provincial Market Supervision Bureau. (End)