The efficacy and function of amaranth How to choose amaranth

I don’t know if you know the effects and functions of Amaranth. I will introduce it to you below.

Introduction:

The vegetable is soft and smooth with a strong flavor. It tastes sweet and fragrant, and has the effect of moistening the stomach and clearing away heat. Amaranth is rich in calcium that is easily absorbed by the human body, which can promote the growth of teeth and bones, maintain normal myocardial activity, and prevent muscle spasms. It is also rich in iron and vitamin K, which can promote blood coagulation, increase hemoglobin content and oxygen carrying capacity, and promote hematopoiesis.

Season: Spring, Summer

The efficacy and function of amaranth

How to cook amaranth

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Clears away heat and fire, promotes diuresis and reduces swelling, promotes bowel movements, improves immunity, and balances nutrition

How to choose amaranth

Large, intact and tender leaves are preferred. White amaranth should be bright green, while red amaranth should be purple-red. Do not buy wilted amaranth.

Amaranth cooking techniques

1. Common cooking methods include stir-frying, sautéing, mixing, making soup, cooking and stuffing. However, the cooking time should not be too long;

2. When frying amaranth, a lot of water may come out, so you don’t need to add water during the frying process;

3. If you want a strong garlic aroma, add minced garlic before serving, so that the aroma will be the strongest.

How to store amaranth

1-3 days

Taboos on eating amaranth

Amaranth should not be eaten with soft-shelled turtle and tortoise meat.