Winter tonic theory
Winter is the season when the human body is most prone to cold symptoms, and tonic has become an important task for people in winter. As the saying goes, "make up for one winter in three nines, and there will be no pain in the coming year", it just shows the necessity of winter supplementation. During the winter months, the body's metabolism is relatively slow and sweat is excreted, which allows the body to absorb nutrients better. Therefore, winter tonic can effectively replenish the nutrients needed by the body, improve immunity and prevent the occurrence of diseases.
Nutritional value and efficacy of dried longan
Dried longan is sun-dried longan, also known as dried longan. It is rich in carbohydrates, fats, crude fiber, vitamin C, niacin and vitamin K and other nutrients, as well as trace elements such as calcium, phosphorus and iron. Regular consumption of dried longan can effectively improve appetite, promote gastrointestinal peristalsis, increase the elasticity of capillaries, and then play an appetizing and spleen nourishing effect, strengthening the brain and soothing the nerves, replenishing qi and nourishing blood.
The production method of longan dry steamed jade spirit paste
1. Prepare raw materials: 400g longan meat, 40g American ginseng.
Before making jade spirit paste, it is important to prepare the required raw materials. When buying dried longan, it is recommended to choose longan with the shell and peel the meat yourself, which can not only ensure the quality of the longan, but also ensure hygiene and hygiene. When peeling the meat, the bad or incomplete longan meat should be removed to ensure the quality of the ingredients.
2. Make American ginseng powder and mix the ingredients.
In addition to longan meat, it is also necessary to prepare a corresponding amount of American ginseng. The ratio of longan meat to American ginseng is 10:1. American ginseng can be powdered and made at home, or you can ask a professional at a pharmacy to grind it for you. It is not advisable to buy American ginseng powder directly, as it needs to be better integrated with the longan meat during the production process.
3. Steamed jade spirit paste.
Pour the prepared American ginseng powder into the dried longan and put it in a steamer to heat and steam. There is no need to add additional water or sugar to steam, just use the steam on the steamer for steaming. It can be stirred properly during steaming to ensure an even blend of the two ingredients.
4. Cooking time and storage method.
As a rule of thumb, the color of dried longan changes during steaming, changing from the original reddish-brown to a deep black. Generally, it takes 48 hours to steam, so you can use the time you cook to steam the rice. After the steaming is completed, the state of the jade spirit paste will be mushy, and the longan meat will not be completely softened, and it can still maintain a certain taste. The prepared jade spirit paste can be packed into a waterless and oil-free sealed jar and placed in the refrigerator for preservation.
How to eat jade spirit ointment
Every time you eat it, take out an appropriate amount of jade spirit paste, add an appropriate amount of water and stir well, and you can eat it. In the process of making jade spirit paste, it is steamed to remove the heat of longan, and the warmth of American ginseng complements each other, warm but not dry, cool but not cold. It can effectively replenish qi and blood, and at the same time, it is not easy to cause fire when eaten in winter.
The preservation method of longan dry steamed jade spirit paste
The made jade spirit paste can be packed into a waterless and oil-free sealed jar and kept in the refrigerator to prolong its shelf life. For families with wood stoves, jade spirit paste can also be steamed on a wood stove, which can not only keep it longer, but also give it a special flavor.
This article summarizes
As a winter tonic, dried longan has always been favored by people. The production method of longan dry steamed jade spirit paste is simple and easy, which is very suitable for winter consumption. During the steaming process, the heat of dried longan is eliminated to a certain extent, and the warmth and coolness of American ginseng are harmonized with each other, which can not only meet people's needs for nutritional supplements, but also will not cause fire. By making Jade Ling Cream, people can enjoy a unique taste and rich nutrition, which is especially friendly to female friends. At the same time, this food is also very common, and the ingredients are easy to buy and easy to make, making it perfect for a home-based experience. Finally, I hope you can try making jade spirit paste and enjoy the fun of winter nourishment!