What's the reddish purple liquid exerted from red spinach? Where does it come from? Why is it red and copious?!

Question: In Malaysia, it's called 'bayam merah'. When cooked and put together with rice, the rice will be stained reddish purple. Why?

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Answers: In Malaysia, it's called 'bayam merah'. When cooked and put together with rice, the rice will be stained reddish purple. Why?

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Probably anthocyanins. They also make red wine red, and blueberries blue/purple. They are good for you.

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blood

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