Chayote

Introduction

Chayote (scientific name: Sechium edule), also known as Falcon melon, An pumpkin, longevity melon, harvest melon, foreign melon, hand-holding melon, holding melon, Turkish melon, tiger melon, etc., is a plant of the genus Chayote of the Cucurbitaceae family. It is native to Mexico, Central America and the West Indies. It was introduced to China in 1915 and is planted in the Jiangnan area of ​​China, with the largest number in Yunnan, Guizhou, Zhejiang, Fujian, Guangdong, Sichuan and Taiwan. Chayote is crisp and rich in nutrients. Each kilogram of fresh melon contains 5 grams of protein, 1 gram of fat, 30 grams of cellulose, 77 grams of carbohydrates, 220 mg of vitamin C, 0.1 mg of riboflavin, 500 mg of calcium, 320 mg of phosphorus, and 40 mg of iron. Chayote can be used for cooking and can also be eaten raw as a fruit. In addition, the shape of the melon is like two palms clasped together, which means Buddhist blessings, and is deeply loved by people.

Nutritional value of chayote

Chayote has tender flesh. Every 100 grams of chayote fruit contains 90-92 grams of water, 0.9-1.2 grams of protein, 2.6-7.7 grams of carbohydrates, 12-22 milligrams of vitamin C, and 20 micrograms of carotene. The potassium content is relatively high, up to 190 milligrams, 0.1 milligram of riboflavin, 500 milligrams of calcium, 320 milligrams of phosphorus, 40 milligrams of iron, 10 milligrams of sodium, 0.03 milligrams of copper, 7 milligrams of magnesium, 8.35 micrograms of zinc, and 2.3 micrograms of selenium. In addition, it also contains folic acid, pantothenic acid, niacin, etc. Chayote seedlings are also nutritious vegetables. Every 100 grams of fresh seedlings contain 1.8 grams of protein, 0.5 grams of fat, 4.3 grams of carbohydrates, 20 milligrams of calcium, 10 milligrams of phosphorus, and 14 milligrams of iron. In particular, the selenium content is 30.58-53.01 micrograms per 100 grams, which is unmatched by many vegetables.

The efficacy and function of Chayote

Chayote is rich in nutrition among melon vegetables. Regular consumption is beneficial to enhancing the body's ability to resist diseases. Regular consumption of chayote can promote diuresis and excrete sodium, and has the function of dilating blood vessels and lowering blood pressure. According to medical research reports, zinc has a great influence on children's intellectual development. Children with zinc deficiency have low intelligence. Regular consumption of chayote, which contains more zinc, can improve intelligence. Chayote is beneficial for men and women with infertility caused by nutritional reasons, especially for men's sexual dysfunction.

1. Chayote is rich in nutrients among melon vegetables. Regular consumption is beneficial to enhancing the body's ability to resist diseases.

2. According to the National Nutrition Association, zinc has a great influence on children's intellectual development. Regular consumption of chayote, which is rich in zinc, can help improve intelligence.

3. The protein and calcium content of chayote is 2-3 times that of cucumber, and the vitamin and mineral content is significantly higher than other melons. It is low in calories and low in sodium, making it a health vegetable for patients with heart disease and hypertension. Eating chayote regularly can help with diuresis and sodium excretion, and has the function of dilating blood vessels and lowering blood pressure.

4. The selenium content of chayote seedlings is as high as 30.58-53.01 micrograms per 100 grams, which is unmatched by many vegetables. Modern medicine has proved that selenium is an indispensable trace element for the human body. The daily intake of each adult should be 30-50 micrograms. Selenium has a strong antioxidant effect and can protect the structure and function of cell membranes from damage.

5. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that it has the effects of regulating qi and harmonizing the middle, soothing the liver and relieving cough. It is suitable for people with indigestion, chest tightness and bloating, vomiting, liver and stomach pain, and tracheitis with cough and sputum.

6. Chayote has a good effect on infertility caused by nutrition in men and women, especially on male sexual dysfunction.

According to the National Nutrition Association, zinc has a great influence on children's intellectual development. Regular consumption of chayote, which contains a lot of zinc, can help improve intelligence. Chinese medicine believes that it has the effects of regulating qi and middle qi, soothing the liver and relieving cough. It is suitable for people with indigestion, chest tightness and bloating, vomiting, liver and stomach pain, and tracheitis cough and phlegm.

Medicinal value of chayote

It is suitable for people with indigestion, chest tightness and bloating, vomiting, liver and stomach pain, and tracheitis cough and phlegm. Chayote is also known as pear melon, longevity melon, foreign loofah, fist melon, gassho melon, falcon melon, and dish pear. The effects of chayote: regulating qi and harmonizing the middle, soothing the liver and stopping nausea. The effects of chayote: treat indigestion, chest tightness and bloating, vomiting, liver and stomach pain, tracheitis cough and phlegm. Taboos for consuming chayote: Chayote is a warm food, and people with yin deficiency, body heat and weak constitution should eat less.

Side effects and contraindications of chayote

Chayote is a warm food. People with yin deficiency, body heat and weak constitution should eat less chayote.

How to Eat Chayote

Chayote salad

Main ingredients: 300g chayote, auxiliary ingredients: 30g bell pepper, 20g green pepper

Seasoning: 10g soy sauce, 15g white sugar, 2g MSG

Features: delicious taste, crispy texture and bright color.

practice:

1. Wash and cut the chayote into strips;

2. Wash the red and green peppers, remove the stems and seeds, cut into strips, blanch the chayote and chili strips in boiling water, remove and set aside;

3. Add soy sauce, sugar, MSG, choyote and chili shreds into a container and mix well. Serve on a plate. [4]

Stir-fried Chayote

Ingredients: Chayote, carrot, yellow bell pepper, green onion

Seasoning: salt, sugar, vegetable oil, mushroom essence

practice:

1. Slice the chayote, carrot, and yellow bell pepper, and chop the green onion into chopped green onion;

2. When the oil is 80% hot, add the chopped ingredients and stir-fry quickly over high heat;

3. Turn to medium heat, add appropriate amount of sugar and salt, stir a few times, then turn to low heat, add some mushrooms and serve.

Chayote is still fresh, sweet and delicious, making it perfect for eating on hot summer days. [4]

Chayote Chicken Feet

Ingredients: 100g chayote, 10g red dates, 200g chicken feet, 10g ginger, 500g water, 20g salt, 10g MSG, 5g sugar, a pinch of pepper.

practice:

1. Remove the seeds from the chayote and cut into pieces. Slice the ginger. Remove the tips of the chicken legs and wash the red dates.

2. Pour clean water into the clay pot, put in the chicken legs and red dates and cook over low heat for 40 minutes.

3. Add salt, MSG, sugar, pepper and chayote and cook for 20 minutes. [5]

Sauteed Chayote with Minced Pork

Ingredients: pork belly, chayote, bell pepper, green onion, corn Seasoning: cooking wine, dark soy sauce, sugar, soybean powder, salt, chicken powder, cooking oil, ginger Preparation steps: Don’t forget to add the appropriate amount of chicken powder and salt when stir-frying. [5]

Sauteed Quail with Chayote

Main ingredients: 1 pound (about 500 grams) of chayote, 4 quails, and 1 teaspoon of minced garlic.

Ingredients: Seasoning: 1/4 teaspoon each of salt, sugar, and light soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce, 1/2 cup of broth, and 1 teaspoon of cornstarch.

practice:

1. Peel and cut the chayote into pieces, boil for about two minutes and drain.

2. Peel the skin and bones of the quail and chop the meat.

3. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil, sauté minced garlic, add chopped quail meat and stir-fry until cooked, add chayote, stir well, add starch sauce, boil until thick, taste and serve.

Remark:

1. Chayote can cure indigestion and is rich in vitamin C and organic acids. The tender chayote has green and smooth skin and few tendons. It is best to slice it and stir-fry it. The larger ones are more suitable for making soup.

2. This dish can be prepared with minced pork instead of quail. [5]

Buddha's hand three silk

Main ingredients: Chayote (500g) Accessories: Pickled pepper (100g) Snow peas (100g)

Seasoning: Salt (4g) Sesame oil (10g)

1. Wash the chayote and cut into thin strips;

2. Remove the seeds from the pickled peppers and cut them into strips;

3. Cut snow peas into thin strips;

4. Put the shredded Buddha's hand, snow peas and pickled peppers into the boiling water and blanch them. Remove from the water and let it cool. Add fine salt, mix well and drizzle with sesame oil.