Wild onion is a wild perennial herb that is also known as shallot, shallot, and garlic. Compared to the shallots we usually eat, the leaves of wild onions are thinner and flattened, while its underground bulbous bulbs are smaller and rounder. Wild onions have a strong flavor and can be used both as a seasoning and as a wild vegetable.
Wild onion is widely distributed in China, especially in the north of the Yangtze River. It grows on high-altitude slopes or meadows, and wild onions also grow in sandy and swampy waters. Wild onions can be picked in the field, in the cracks of stones, in front of the house and behind the house.
1. As a seasoning
Wild onions have a strong flavor and are a very good condiment in cooking. Adding some wild onions to the stir-fry will add to the aroma and flavor of the dish. In particular, scrambled eggs with wild shallots bring out a unique flavor that is mouth-watering.
2. Rich in nutrients
Although wild shallots are not as well-known as some common vegetables, their nutritional value should not be underestimated. Onions are rich in trace elements such as protein, carbohydrates, vitamin C and phosphorus. Regular consumption of wild onions can increase appetite and also have a certain preventive effect on cardiovascular diseases.
3. It has medicinal value
Wild onions can not only be used as an ingredient, but also have certain medicinal properties. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that wild onions have the effects of reducing swelling and strengthening the stomach, sweating and dissipating cold. Therefore, in rural areas, some farmer friends who understand the value of wild onions will pick wild onions to use when they have a cold and fever.
Wild onion is similar to other plants and is not easy to identify, but with a few identification and picking skills, it can be easily found. First of all, it is helpful to understand the appearance characteristics of wild onions in the relevant plant atlases such as the Compendium of Materia Medica. In addition, the geographical and climatic factors related to the environment in which the wild onion grows are also important for identification.
In the process of picking wild onions, a sharp knife or shovel is used. In general, we can gently dig the shallots from the base of the thin stems, and after the soil is cleared, the shallots can be collected.
After the wild onion is picked and returned home, it can be processed with some simple processing, which is convenient for preservation and utilization. First, wash the dirt of the wild onion and dry it in a ventilated place. Dried wild shallots can be chopped or chopped into shallots and frozen in an airtight container for long-term use. In addition, wild onions can also be dried to dry and then ground into a powder that can be used as a seasoning.
Wild onion is one of the common wild vegetables in rural areas, with a strong flavor and rich nutritional value. It can not only be used as a seasoning, but also can be eaten and used in medicine, and has the characteristics of both medicine and food. Wild onions are relatively simple to pick and preserve, and farmers can easily pick them in the field. For rural people, wild onions are a valuable rural natural resource that enriches the taste of dishes and brings tangible nutritional and health benefits to rural people.
In modern society, although there are various vegetables in the market**, we should not ignore the existence and value of wild vegetables at our doorstep. Picking wild vegetables not only brings fun, but also increases awareness and understanding of the natural environment. Therefore, I encourage everyone to pay more attention to the wild vegetable resources around them, such as wild onions, in their leisure time, and explore and use these natural resources to add fun and health to our lives.
In conclusion, wild onion is a wild vegetable that grows in winter, it can be used as a seasoning, and it has rich nutritional value and certain medicinal effects. The picking and utilization of wild onions is relatively simple, and farmers can try to pick some in the field in winter. This not only enriches the dishes on the table, but also brings health benefits to our body. At the same time, I also hope that more people will pay attention to the natural resource of wild onions, so that it can be better protected and utilized. Let's cherish the wild plants around us, embrace nature, and enjoy health!