As summer dawns, the scorching heat brings with it not only the chirping of cicadas and the breeze in the shade of the trees, but also the occasional loss of appetite. In such a season, food and drink seem to become a burden, but as everyone knows, it is these days of "no appetite" that make our body quietly accumulate unnecessary "troubles" - bad breath, constipation, and consequent intestinal discomfort.
Don't worry, today I will take you to explore a secret weapon on the summer table - lettuce, which is not only known as the "manure pusher", but also a touch of fresh greenery in the refreshing summer, so that you can easily say goodbye to bad breath and usher in a thorough "cleaning" of the intestines when you enjoy a plate every three or five days.
Lettuce, a seemingly inconspicuous leafy green vegetable, hides amazing nutritional value and dietary fiber. Its high-fiber properties, like a miniature "manure pusher", help us effectively remove "old stool" from the intestines, promote healthy circulation of the digestive system, so as to achieve the effect of purifying the intestines and reducing bad breath. Moreover, lettuce is rich in vitamins and minerals, which can also provide necessary nutrients for the body on a hot summer day, making you light and healthy.
If you want to experience the magic of lettuce, you might as well start with this easy-to-learn "home-style fried lettuce slices". With just a few simple steps, you can make your table feel fresh and healthy.
Stir-fried lettuce slices
【Preparing ingredients】
1 fresh lettuce, choose the kind of emerald green and straight, freshness is the key.
A few shallots to add a hint of fragrance.
A small piece of ginger, remove the smell and increase the flavor.
2 millet peppers, add a touch of spiciness to the light lettuce.
Light soy sauce, salt, chicken essence in moderation, and condiments should not be too much, so as not to mask the natural deliciousness of lettuce.
【Cooking Steps】
Lettuce Transformation Story: First of all, give lettuce a "gorgeous turn". After removing the outer crust, wash it with water and cut it into thin slices of about 2 mm, which retains the crisp texture and makes it easy to fry quickly. Remember, green onions, ginger, millet peppers should also be washed and prepared, ginger chopped into delicate ends, millet peppers cut into rings, shallots cut into green onions, each knife hides the love of food.
Temptation of incense pot: heat the pan with cold oil, when the oil temperature rises, first put in the green onion and ginger and millet pepper rings, and instantly, the aroma that spreads in the kitchen seems to herald the opening of a taste feast. When the fragrance is fully released, gently pour in an appropriate amount of light soy sauce and stir-fry a few times, the golden color and rich sauce aroma make people salivate.
Lettuce's Stage: The protagonist lettuce slice is finally here! Quickly remove from the pot, mix with the previous aroma, and stir-fry quickly over high heat to maintain the crispness and color of the lettuce. When the lettuce slices gradually develop an attractive sheen, it means that it has absorbed enough flavor.
The final touch: Seeing that the lettuce slices are about to be presented perfectly, sprinkle with an appropriate amount of salt and chicken essence, quickly stir-fry evenly, so that each lettuce is coated with flavor. At this time, a dish of [home-style fried lettuce slices] with full color and flavor is announced, put on a plate, served on the table, and enjoy the satisfaction and happiness of that moment.
Tips:
When cutting lettuce, pursue a moderate thickness, too thin will lose its crispness, and too thick it will not be easy to fry.
It doesn't take too long to fry lettuce, and overcooking will make it lose its characteristic crisp texture, so just the right heat is the key.
In this summer, let's enjoy the freshness of the tongue with lettuce, but also gain a healthy and light from the inside out. 【Home-style fried lettuce slices】, a simple but wise summer recipe, will make your table no longer monotonous, your intestines will be smoother, and your smile will be more confident.