Why You Should Rub Cucumber EndsExtracting the plant's toxic chemical defense system
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Kitchen Wellness SecretsThe traditional method of 'milking' cucumbers effectively removes bitter toxins through a simple physical reaction. Rubbing the cut ends together disrupts vascular bundles and utilizes surface tension to draw out cucurbitacins concentrated in the stem. This process extracts the plant's chemical defense system in the form of a white foam, ensuring a better flavor.
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