As a delicacy, chestnut is available in large quantities in winter, which not only satisfies people's taste buds, but also has rich nutritional value and medicinal properties. Chestnuts are abundantProteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins andMineralsand other nutrients. Among them,Proteinsand higher in fat, which provides the body with the energy and nutrients it needs. In addition, chestnuts are also rich in vitamin C, vitamin E, calcium, iron, zinc and other vitaminsMinerals, to the bodyHealthIt has a significant health care effect.
Chestnuts are also known as the "king of a thousand fruits" and can be eaten rawTonify the kidneys, can also cook to strengthen the spleen. Different ways of eating chestnuts can exert different effects. The following will introduce the raw eating of chestnuts separatelyTonify the kidneysand cooked food to strengthen the spleen and the corresponding contraindications.
1. Eat raw to nourish the kidney
Chestnuts eaten raw have a very good lookTonify the kidneysrole, especially suitableKidney deficiencyIt is eaten by people with low back pain, frequent urination and urgency. Eating a few chestnuts raw a day can be improvedKidney deficiencySymptoms, raisedKidney function。Chestnuts are crispy, sweet and delicious, and can be eaten directly with the shell peeled off when eaten raw, giving it a delicious taste.
Chestnuts are rich in vitamin C andMinerals, helps to improve the body's resistance, and can also improveKidneysdetoxification function. Chestnuts eaten raw can be served directlyKidneysNutrients required, for:Kidney deficiencyIt has a significant alleviating effect on symptoms such as low back pain and frequent urination. In addition, chestnut is also rich in fiber, which helps intestinal peristalsis, promotes bowel movements, and relieves constipation.
However, eating chestnuts raw is not suitable for all populations. People with weak digestion, especially those with indigestion, eating raw chestnuts may increase the burden on the spleen and stomachBloating, diarrhea and other uncomfortable symptoms. Therefore, for people with indigestion, it is better to choose other cooking methods.
2. Cooked food strengthens the spleen
Chestnut cooked has a good spleen-strengthening effect, especially suitableWeakness of the spleen and stomach, indigestion and other people to eat. Eating chestnuts after cooking not only makes the taste softer, but also helps to reduce the burden on the spleen and stomach and promote digestion and absorption.
When chestnuts are cooked, they can be cooked after peeling the shells, or they can be used for cooking others after they are cookedGastronomy。For example, chestnuts can be stewed with pork, or chestnuts can be stewed with ingredients such as chicken and red datesChicken brothIn this way, you can not only enjoy the taste of chestnut, but also play the role of chestnut in strengthening the spleen and stomach.
Whether it is cooked or raw, chestnuts should be eaten in moderation. Although chestnuts are highly nutritious, excessive consumption may lead to excessive calorie and fat intake, which is not good for the bodyHealth。Therefore, the amount of chestnut eaten each time should be moderate, and not excessive.
There are also some contraindications in the consumption of chestnuts that require special attention. First of all,DiabetesPatients should not eat more chestnuts because chestnuts contain high starch and sugar, and excessive consumption may lead to an increase in blood sugar, which is not goodHealth。Secondly, people with indigestion should not eat chestnuts raw. Raw chestnuts are difficult to digest and absorb, and those with indigestion are easy to causeBloating, diarrhea and other uncomfortable symptoms. Finally, it is not advisable to consume chestnuts in excess at one time, so as not to consume too many calories and fat, which will affect the bodyHealth
1. Chestnut braised pork
Chestnut braised porkIt is a classic home-cooked dish that will be fresh and tenderPork bellyWhen cooked with sweet chestnuts, it tastes delicious and nutritious. The steps are as follows:
2) ProcessingPork belly: First willPork bellyRinse well and cut into even pieces. Then use boiling waterBlanch5 minutes, remove and wash, drain and set aside.
3) SimmerBraised pork: Pour a small amount of oil into the pan, add an appropriate amount of rock sugar, and stir-fry over low heat until the rock sugar melts. Then joinPork bellyStir-fry evenly so that the meat pieces are evenly coated with sugar. Then add an appropriate amount of water and spices, cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Finally add the chestnuts and seasonings and simmer for 20 minutes, letBraised porkTasty. After simmering, willBraised porkServe on a plate and sprinkleFinely chopped green onionsGarnish as well.
2. Chestnut chicken soup
ChestnutChicken brothIt is a nutritious soup made with chestnuts and chicken, red dates, and other ingredients, which is not only delicious, but also has a strong spleenTonify the kidneysefficacy. The steps are as follows:
2) Handle the chicken and ingredients: Chop the chicken into small pieces, add a little flour and pinch a few times, rinse a few times and drain for later use. GingerCut into slices, wash the jujubes with flour starch water and drain them for later use.
3) SautéChicken broth: Put a little rapeseed oil in a wok and sauté the chicken until it is golden brown. Pour the chicken fat into the panStir-fry, remove the oil residue and set aside. And thenStir-fryChicken pieces until lightly browned. Then pour the chicken pieces into the casserole with the soup, add the eggs and chicken gizzards, cover and simmer on high heat for 30 minutes, then simmer on low heat for an hour and a half. Finally, add an appropriate amount of salt to taste, then add chestnuts and red dates, and continue to cook for 15 minutes. Delicious chestnutsChicken brothIt's ready to stew.