Recently, the weather has become colder, and the temperature difference is large, which can easily lead to a decrease in human immunity and cause colds. Therefore, everyone must strengthen warmth, pay attention to cold protection, and avoid the occurrence of colds. In the meantime, today I'm going to share with you a favorite home-cooked dish that is simple, delicious, and good for vascular health.
As a common vegetable, cauliflower has been neglected for a long time for its nutritional value. However, cauliflower is rich in dietary fiber, which helps to promote the proper functioning of the digestive system. In addition, cauliflower is lower in calories and does not put an extra burden on the body. In addition, cauliflower is rich in flavonoids, which are able to clear blood vessels and improve the body's resistance. Therefore, cauliflower is not only delicious and delicious, but also has multiple health benefits.
Expanding: As a common vegetable, cauliflower is also very close to the people in the market, and it is one of the preferred ingredients for many families. Although it looks ordinary, its bud-like shape will bring many surprises in cooking. Cauliflower can be cooked in a variety of ways, so it can be easily stir-fried and can be combined with other ingredients to make a delicious soup. Moreover, the flavor of cauliflower is light, which is suitable for pairing with various seasonings, and different seasonings can be added according to personal taste preferences. In addition to the advantages of flavor, cauliflower is also very outstanding in terms of nutritional value. It is rich in dietary fiber, which promotes gastrointestinal motility and helps digestion and excretion of waste. This is especially important for the gastrointestinal health of modern people. In addition, since cauliflower is low in calories, you can enjoy it with peace of mind, and you don't have to worry about obesity if you eat too much. The flavonoids contained in it are natural antioxidants that can clean up impurities in blood vessels, reduce cholesterol deposition, and help maintain cardiovascular health.
Tomato cauliflower is a classic home-cooked dish that combines the crisp texture of cauliflower with the sweet and sour taste of tomatoes to be both delicious and nutritious.
(1) Prepare the ingredients:
Expanding: The first preparation for making tomato cauliflower is to ensure the freshness and quality of the ingredients. When choosing cauliflower, you can choose buds of different sizes according to your personal taste preferences, with bright colors and firm textures, without yellow leaves or insect moths. For tomato selection, choose a bright red and plump tomato with a neat shape to avoid deformation, damage or mold.
(2) Specific practices:
1.Prepare the cauliflower: Cut the cauliflower into small pieces and soak in salted water for 10 minutes, then rinse with water.
Expanding: When cutting the cauliflower, you can cut the cauliflower into small pieces of uniform size according to your personal preference, so as to better maintain the uniformity of cooking. The purpose of soaking cauliflower is to remove dirt and impurities from the surface, and also to increase the tender taste of cauliflower. Soaking in salt water can help remove bacteria and pesticide residues from cauliflower, making it healthier and safer.
2. Prepare the tomatoes: Wash the tomatoes and cut them into cubes.
Expanding: Blanching tomatoes in boiling water and then rinsing them with cold water can help remove bacteria and pesticide residues from the tomato skin. Blanched tomatoes are easier to peel and have a more tender texture. If you like the sour taste of tomatoes, you can keep the juice of tomatoes; If you prefer a sweeter taste, you can remove the skin of the tomato before using it.
3. Prepare chopped green onions: Wash the shallots and cut them into segments for later use.
Expanding: Before chopping the green onion, you can cut off the root and tail of the green onion, and then cut it into segments from one side, which can keep the shape of the green onion intact and increase the aesthetics during cooking. In addition, pay attention to the sharpness of the knife when cutting chopped green onions, so that the chopped green onions will be more delicate.
4.Blanch the cauliflower: Bring the water to a boil, blanch the cauliflower for 2 minutes after the water boils, then remove and set aside.
Expanding: A little salt can be added when blanching, which can help to improve freshness and remove fishiness. Proper blanching time can maintain the crisp texture of the cauliflower and avoid being too soft and rotten when stir-fried. After blanching, you can try the texture of the cauliflower to see if it is cooked.
5. Stir-fry the tomatoes: Heat the oil, add the tomato pieces and stir-fry until the juice comes out.
Expanding: When stir-frying tomatoes, you can choose to slow heat, which can better maintain the original flavor of the tomatoes. Stir-frying tomatoes for too long will make the tomato juice thicker, and juicy dishes will be made more tender and juicy.
6.Stir-fry cauliflower: Put the blanched cauliflower into the pot, stir-fry until even, add an appropriate amount of salt and oyster sauce, and then stir-fry evenly before it can be removed from the pot.
Expanding: When stir-frying cauliflower, you can try to use medium-low heat, which can better maintain the shape and texture of the cauliflower, and it is not easy to burn. In the process of stir-frying, if the cauliflower is a little sticky, you can add a little cooking oil in an appropriate amount. Finally, adding the right amount of salt and oyster sauce can enhance the flavor of the dish, and the amount of seasoning can be adjusted according to personal taste.
Tomato cauliflower is a simple, easy-to-make and delicious home-cooked dish. The crisp texture of cauliflower and the sweet and sour taste of tomatoes combine to complement each other and make the dishes more varied. In addition, both cauliflower and tomato are rich in a variety of nutrients that help boost immunity and maintain cardiovascular health. You can adjust the amount of ingredients and cooking time appropriately during the cooking process according to your personal preferences, so that this dish is more suitable for your taste. I hope that everyone will try to make tomato and cauliflower as soon as possible, and enjoy the food while also paying attention to their health.