In a small mountain village in the countryside, there is an old farmer named Ah Ming (pseudonym), and his yard grows a lush rehmannia plant. In spring, the small purple-red flowers of rehmannia bloom brilliantly. But this rehmannia plant was not planted by Ah Ming on purpose, but the seeds of the weeds that he accidentally stepped on when he was young, which took root here endlessly and grew into such a luxuriant rehmannia plant today.
Ah Ming is no stranger to this rehmannia plant, because in his hometown, rehmannia is a precious plant. He remembers that when he was a child, his grandmother would often make soup with the root of rehmannia to nourish people's blood and qi. Sometimes, my grandmother would sell it at the market, and although the price was not high, it could also be exchanged for some daily necessities.
However, with the change of the times, people in the countryside seem to know less and less about Rehmannia anymore.
Many young people even treat it as a weed and pull it out with their hands, never knowing its value. Amin looked at these young people with pity, and he thought, maybe it's time to spread the word about the benefits of this "man's grass".
Rehmannia may sound like the name of some superhero, but it does have amazing benefits. First of all, it is its medicinal properties. This little guy is not only beautiful in appearance, with purple flowers, but also has an effect that is difficult to ignore.
You might think it's just an ordinary weed, but it's not the roots that make it its essence. Rehmannia is regarded by Chinese medicine as a good helper for clearing heat and cooling blood, and can be used to relieve various symptoms, such as anemia, irregular menstruation, etc. Its roots have been processed differently, and their medicinal effects are also different.
However, even with such high medicinal value, there are many people in rural areas who know little about it. Have you ever thought that sun-dried rehmannia can be sold for tens of yuan a pound in the market! Just like the "nouveau riche" among ordinary people, it hides a huge value, but few people know about it.
In addition to its medicinal uses, Rehmannia has some other wonderful uses. It can not only be used as a bonsai to beautify the environment, but also can be used to soak in wine and add a touch of fun to life.
Rehmannia soup is a common Chinese herbal dish, which helps to clear heat and cool the blood, nourish yin and nourish the kidneys.
material
Fresh or cooked rehmannia (about 20g)
Lean meat or chicken (about 200 grams)
Goji berries (to taste)
Sliced ginger (to taste)
Water (to taste)
steps
Have all the materials ready.
After washing fresh or cooked rehmannia rehmannia, soak it in water for 30 minutes to 1 hour to soften it.
Wash the lean meat or chicken and cut it into cubes and set aside.
Add an appropriate amount of water to the pot, add the meat pieces, cook over high heat until the water boils, and skim off the foam.
Add the soaked and softened rehmannia to the pot, then add the goji berries and ginger slices, and cook over low heat for 1-2 hours until the meat is soft.
Finally, add an appropriate amount of salt to taste according to personal taste.
Tips
Rehmannia is a cold ingredient, so it should not be eaten too much for people with spleen and stomach deficiency, especially in summer.
Rehmannia soup should not be consumed with nitrate-containing foods to avoid the formation of harmful substances.
In the process of making soup, other ingredients such as red dates and yams can be added in moderation to increase the taste and nutritional value.
Rehmannia soaking wine is a common medicinal liquor that helps to nourish the body and maintain health care.
material
Rehmannia (about 50 grams)
White wine (500 ml)
steps
Prepare the dried rehmannia rehmannia.
Wash and dry the rehmannia to ensure that there is no moisture on the surface.
Place the rehmannia in a clean, oil-free glass bottle.
Pour in an appropriate amount of liquor so that the rehmannia is completely soaked in it.
Seal the bottle and place it in a cool and ventilated place for aging. It is recommended to brew for 1 to 3 months to achieve better results.
After the herbs in the wine are fully dissolved, it can be drunk. The amount and frequency of drinking can be adjusted according to personal taste.
Tips
The rehmannia of soaking wine should be of good quality and sufficient dryness to ensure that the quality of the brewed wine is better.
When brewing Rehmannia wine, you should pay attention to hygiene, use clean containers and tools, and avoid contamination.
When drinking rice wine, an appropriate amount is sufficient, and do not overdo it, so as not to cause adverse reactions.
For people with specific diseases or taking medications, they should consult their doctor or TCM practitioner before drinking rehmannia wine to avoid possible drug interactions or side effects.