Spring is getting stronger, and the flowers are full of branches. Did you know that flowers are not only used for ornamentation, but also for cooking? What are the flowers that are rich in nutrients and have a unique taste, and where can I buy them? Let's take a look↓↓↓
Recently, the reporter found in an interview at the Hema Xiansheng Yude Road store that the acacia flowers have been quietly listed, waiting for the public to buy. "For the first time, I knew that flowers could be cooked, and it was a novelty. Ms. Zhang, a citizen who saw edible flowers in a supermarket for the first time, was pleasantly surprised, "I heard the elders in the family mention it, but I don't know how it tastes." "The acacia flower is white, fragrant, has the effect of clearing heat and detoxifying, moistening the lungs and relieving cough, and the common practice is steaming, scrambled eggs.
Daylily, also known as goldenrod, has yellow flowers and is rich in a variety of vitamins, which has the effect of clearing heat and detoxifying, diuresis and swelling. It should be noted that fresh daylily contains colchicine, which needs to be removed and soaked in salt water for more than 30 minutes before eating. Processed daylily, stir-fried meat, and cold salad are all good choices, with a crisp, tender and refreshing taste, and a sweet fragrance.
Night fragrant flowers, the flowers are small and tender green, and the soup is fragrant and appetizing, with a faint sweetness. It has the effect of clearing heat and detoxifying, nourishing yin and nourishing the lungs. It is used to cook porridge and scrambled eggs, and the aroma is tangy.
The edible life of gorse is only about 1 month. As the name suggests, the flowers of gorse are golden and reddish, and they resemble birds pecking. Gorse has a unique aroma and a tender taste, which can be used to cook soups and stir-fry, and is rich in nutrition.
Taro flower is a seasonal top product in Yunnan vegetable farm. If other flower flavors are mainly fresh, taro flowers are heavy flavors "lone ranger". The recommended practice of Dingdong shopping is to steam for 15 to 20 minutes with minced meat and eggplant.
"I prefer to eat uncommon dishes, I have bought taro flowers three or four times, and the taste is very special, quite in line with my taste. The method of night fragrant flowers is simple, roll a soup, and it is very comfortable to eat. Mr. Liao, a citizen who is keen to try all kinds of dishes, focused on sharing his cooking experience in an interview.
For those who want to purchase, please note that more common edible flowers such as acacia flowers can be bought fresh in Hema Horse, but some uncommon edible flowers, such as fresh daylily, gorse, night fragrance flower, etc., have a more complete range of online platform Dingdong to buy vegetables.
Spring is not only the season for cherry blossoms, but also for delicious food. These flowers are not only ornamental, but also nutritious and have a unique taste. In this spring season, why not try this delicious and special spring meal?
Reporter: Wu Fenglin
Image: Dingdong grocery shopping
Editor: Ye Fangfang
Reviewer: Wei Li