As the pace of early summer is quietly approaching, there is an old saying in folk wisdom: "Hardship in summer is better than tonic". In this warm and easy-to-fire season, we not only have to enjoy the cool melons and fruits, but also a neglected "de-fire dish" - bitter chrysanthemum, which is waiting for us to discover its delicious and healthy value.
Bitter chrysanthemum, this seemingly inconspicuous, affordable (only 2 yuan and 1 catty) vegetable, actually contains a rich nutritional treasure given by nature. It is rich in carotene and various vitamins, which can be called a natural "heat clearing and detoxifier". Especially in the sweltering summer, people often have a strong internal fire due to dry heat, at this time, the consumption of bitter chrysanthemum can not only effectively replenish the water required by the body, but also help clear the liver and reduce fire, and reconcile the internal environment.
Not only that, the high content of protein and amino acids in bitter chrysanthemum has many benefits for the body, and has multiple health care effects such as lowering blood sugar and lipids, and anti-aging. It promotes gastrointestinal peristalsis, makes food digestion smoother, and also helps to enhance metabolism, facilitate urination, and even has certain anti-cancer and anti-cancer effects. Such a bitter chrysanthemum is undoubtedly a health star on the summer table.
Among the many bitter chrysanthemum cooking methods, there is a cold dish that is loved by everyone, that is, "cold bitter chrysanthemum preserved eggs". With contrasting colours and layered textures, this dish is quick and easy to prepare, and can be easily served to the table in just 5 minutes, bringing a touch of freshness to the hot summer day.
【Bitter chrysanthemum preserved egg】
[Ingredient list]: 3 preserved eggs, peeled in advance and set aside, 1 fresh bitter chrysanthemum, washed and set aside, 3 tablespoons of caster sugar, used to improve freshness, 3 tablespoons of rice vinegar to add sour flavor, 3 tablespoons of soy sauce to add color and flavor, 3 cloves of garlic, chopped into minced garlic, a few drops of sesame oil to enhance the aroma, a little sea salt, to taste.
【Cooking Steps】:
Prepare all the ingredients you need first, peel the preserved eggs and put them in a bowl, and wash the fresh bitter chrysanthemum and garlic as well.
When cleaning the bitter chrysanthemum, it is necessary to carefully remove the yellow or blackened parts, remove the roots and cut them into two sections to ensure that each leaf can fully absorb the flavor of the seasoning.
Cut the preserved eggs into even small pieces and apply cooking oil on the knife surface to prevent the preserved eggs from sticking when they are cut.
Put the processed bitter chrysanthemum and preserved eggs into the mixing bowl and wait for the baptism of the seasoning.
Peel the garlic and chop it into minced garlic and put it in a mixing bowl to mix with other ingredients.
Then add rice vinegar, soy sauce, caster sugar and an appropriate amount of sea salt, and finally garnish with a few drops of balsamic vinegar, gently stir well with chopsticks, and a cold and bitter chrysanthemum preserved egg with full color and flavor is completed, ready to be served on the table.
[Tips]:
If you prefer a spicy taste, you can add a few millet peppers or chili oil to the mixing.
It is recommended to steam the preserved eggs first to ensure that the yolk is firm and beautiful when cut.
Vinegar, sugar, and garlic are indispensable trio of bitter chrysanthemums when it comes to cold salading, as they subtly neutralize the slightly bitter taste of bitter chrysanthemums and make them more refreshing and delicious.
Soaking bitter chrysanthemum in light salt water ahead of time will help remove pesticide residues that may be present on the surface.
Bitter chrysanthemum can be cooked in a variety of ways, whether it is eaten raw, cold or in soup, it can give full play to its unique taste and nutritional value.
In this way, in the days before the beginning of summer, let's try this affordable and healthy "fire dish", so that bitter chrysanthemum will become our right-hand man to spend the hot summer, bringing us not only the delicious food on the table, but also the pleasure and health of body and mind. End of article.