Hello dear friends, I'm a little gecko. It's my habit to use simple words to introduce delicious food. Today, we ushered in the "little man" of the 24 solar terms. At this time of year, everything is thriving, and our dining table should also adapt to the season and show a new look. According to the old tradition, "eat 6 things, do 1 thing", not only can our taste buds enjoy the seasonal deliciousness, but also imply smooth and healthy health for the whole family. Next, let's explore these mysteries of food and life together!
1. Eat bitter vegetables
The small full season is the time when the bitter herbs are fresh and tender. Bitter herbs have the effect of clearing heat and detoxifying, cooling blood and stopping bleeding. We wash the bitter herbs, blanch them, add minced garlic, light soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, salt, sugar, sesame oil and other seasonings, stir well and enjoy. This dish is not only delicious and healthy, but also symbolizes the bitterness of life.
2. Eat wolfberry seedlings
Wolfberry seedlings, that is, the tender stems and leaves of wolfberry, have the effect of clearing heat and detoxifying, brightening the eyes and diuretic. We can stir-fry it or serve it cold. When stir-frying, first stir-fry half of the minced garlic, add the wolfberry seedlings and stir-fry, and then add the remaining minced garlic, salt and a little chicken essence to taste. This dish is green in color and fragrant in taste, making it a summer delicacy.
3. Eat dandelions
Dandelion is a common wild vegetable, which has the effect of clearing heat and detoxifying, reducing swelling and dissipating knots. After the dandelion is washed, it can be dipped in sauce and eaten raw, or blanched and then served cold. Personally, I especially like the fresh taste of dandelion, and every time I eat it, I feel as if I can feel the gift of nature.
Fourth, drink malt tea
The small full season is when the malt is growing vigorously. Malt has the effect of strengthening the spleen and appetizing, eliminating food and accumulating. Stir-frying the malt and drinking it in tea can not only promote digestion, but also relieve heat and cool down. It is a healthy and delicious drink that is perfect for summer.
Fifth, cucumbers
Cucumber is a seasonal vegetable in summer, which has the effect of clearing heat and quenching thirst. We can wash the cucumber and crush it, add minced garlic, light soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, salt, sugar, chili oil and other seasonings, and mix well. It is a refreshing and delicious cold dish that is perfect for cooling off in the summer.
6. Taste mulberries
In the small full season, the mulberries are also ripe. Mulberries are not only delicious, but also have the effect of nourishing the liver and kidneys, nourishing blood and dispelling wind. We can wash the mulberries and eat them directly, or use them to make mulberry paste, mulberry wine and other delicacies. Each mulberry carries the sweetness and beauty of summer.
7. Do a hands-on thing - make mulberry wine
In addition to tasting seasonal delicacies, we can also try our hand at making some delicacies ourselves. For example, make mulberry liquor from fresh mulberries. Wash the mulberries and dry them, then mix them with sugar and put them in a container, add an appropriate amount of liquor and soak them for a month before drinking. Homemade mulberry wine is not only delicious, but also nourishing for the body, making it a great wine for summer.
In the process of making these dishes, we can not only feel the deliciousness of the ingredients and the gift of nature, but also enjoy the joy and sense of accomplishment of cooking. These ordinary ingredients are transformed into mouth-watering delicacies in our skillful hands, enriching our lives.
In addition, I would like to share some practical life hacks with you. For example, when making cold dishes, you can first marinate the vegetables with salt, let them come out of the water, and then add seasonings to mix well, which can make the cold dishes more crisp and delicious; During the cooking process, some lemon juice or rice vinegar can be added appropriately to enhance the umami and texture of the dish; In addition, we need to learn how to mix and match ingredients so that different ingredients can blend with each other to create a more wonderful taste.
In this season, let's taste seasonal food together, feel the gift of nature and the beauty of life. By cooking and tasting these delicacies, we not only satisfy our taste buds, but also find a touch of peace and comfort in our busy lives. I hope that everyone can enjoy the pleasure and satisfaction brought by food in this wonderful season.
The ancients said: "Don't eat from time to time." This sentence tells us to follow the season and enjoy the delicious taste that nature has to offer. In the solar term of Xiaoman, "eating 6 things and doing 1 thing" can not only make our taste buds enjoyable, but also make our bodies healthier. May everyone eat happily and healthily during the small full season!
Finally, I would like to say that food is not only a pleasure for the palate, but also an attitude towards life. I hope we can all find our own delicious and satisfying in our busy lives. Pay attention to the little gecko, the delicious recipes are endless, let's explore more secrets of food together!