Cassia and hawthorn are a traditional combination of ingredients that are widely used in Chinese folk and have many benefits. Hawthorn's sour taste is impressive, but it has many benefits. Cassia is an ancient and precious Chinese herbal medicine with a wide range of application value. This article will introduce the combination of cassia and hawthorn, and their traditional soil methods as well as their wide range of applications. Let's learn Xi together!
Hawthorn is a common but rarely eaten fruit directly, and is not liked by most people because of its extremely sour taste. However, with the combination of cassia and hawthorn, we can fully experience the deliciousness and nutrition of hawthorn. Rock sugar gourd is the most common way to eat hawthorn, which is soaked in sweet syrup to make it sweet on the outside and sour on the inside. In the process of eating hawthorn, we can also sprinkle a layer of sesame seeds to add layers to the taste. This traditional way of eating it fills many people with memories, especially during the Chinese New Year, and sugar gourd is one of our most anticipated delicacies.
In addition to rock sugar gourds, hawthorn is also often used as an appetizer to aid digestion. Many elderly and small children consume a few hawthorns after a meal, which helps to promote digestion and increase appetite. Hawthorn is believed to have a variety of effects such as lowering lipids**, promoting blood circulation, and relieving stomach pain, which is very beneficial to good health.
Cassia is an ancient and valuable Chinese herb that is widely used in traditional Chinese medicine and dietary therapy. Cassia seed has a variety of effects such as clearing heat and dampness, brightening the eyes and reducing puffiness, and detoxification. Many people like to drink cassia seeds in water, which is believed to clear moisture from the body and improve constipation. In addition, cassia is also used for common problems such as eye redness, swelling and pain, mouth ulcers, etc. Its seeds are pod-shaped and have smooth lines on the surface, which is very beautiful.
In order to ensure the quality and safety of hawthorn, we need to pay attention to the following points when purchasing and handling hawthorn:
1.Choose fresh hawthorn: If conditions allow, it is recommended to choose fresh hawthorn. Fresh hawthorn tastes better and the nutrients are more easily released. We can put fresh hawthorn in clear water, add a small amount of salt and baking soda, stir well and soak for five minutes. This removes pesticide residues and dust from the surface of the hawthorn.
2.Wash the hawthorn carefully by hand: Carefully scrub the soaked hawthorn with clean water to ensure that the pesticide residue and dirt on the surface are removed. The hawthorn after scrubbing can be mashed with a rolling pin for a better release of nutrients.
3.How to use dried hawthorn: If you use dried hawthorn, you don't need to soak and roll it out. Just put the dried hawthorn directly into the casserole.
The treatment method of cassia seeds is very simple, you only need to wash them and remove them in controlled water. Then put the cassia seeds into the pot, first fry the water on the surface over high heat, then turn to low heat and slowly stir-fry until cooked through. In the process of frying cassia seeds, you need to keep turning them and keep them evenly heated over low heat.
1. Put the fried cassia seeds and the well-stirred hawthorn into the casserole.
2. Add enough water, about 1500ml.
3. Cover the lid, bring the water in the pot to a boil, turn to medium-low heat and continue to cook for 20 minutes.
4.The boiled hawthorn cassia tea can be drunk directly, and if you find the taste unacceptable, you can add honey or rock sugar to taste when it is warm. But if you want to add honey, be sure to wait for the tea to cool until it is warm before adding it, so as not to lose the nutrients in the honey.
In addition to making tea with hawthorn and cassia seeds, we can also use them separately to make water. Put the hawthorn and cassia seeds into a thermos cup and brew with boiling water that has been boiled to 120 degrees. Tea brewed with water may taste lighter, but it still has some nutritional value.
Cassia and hawthorn are an ancient pairing ingredient that is widely used in Chinese folklore and has many health benefits. By boiling hawthorn and cassia seeds into tea, we can fully enjoy their nutrition and deliciousness. Not only can it improve digestive problems, but it can also remove moisture, brighten the eyes, detoxify, etc. Whether it is fresh hawthorn or dried hawthorn, it can be used to make hawthorn tea. At the same time, cassia seeds can also be soaked in water alone, which has the effect of clearing heat and dampness, improving constipation and so on. In conclusion, cassia and hawthorn are very easy to eat together, but they offer many health benefits. Using fresh hawthorn and sautéed cassia seeds, a delicious and healthy tea drink can be made. Whether it is rock sugar gourd or cassia hawthorn tea, it is delicious and nutritious, making people have an endless aftertaste. By addressing the efficacy and production methods of Mingzi and hawthorn, we can make better use of their nutritional value and improve our own health. Hope this article was helpful to you and enjoy healthy food!