Introduction: Winter is a cold season, and in order to maintain the health of the body, we often need a variety of warm foods to resist the cold. Chicken soup and fish soup are common choices, but today I would like to introduce you to a soup that is even more heart-warming than them, and that is pork belly lotus seed soup. Cooking a pot once a week will not only warm away the cold, but also provide rich nutrients to keep you warm.
Pork belly is an ancient medicinal herb known as "one pork belly ten medicines". Pork belly is divided into pork belly and pork belly, and pork belly is what we usually refer to as pig stomach. Pork belly is rich in high-quality protein, zinc, iron, calcium, vitamins and other nutrients, which can effectively enhance immunity and resist the invasion of cold environment. At the same time, pork belly also has the effect of dissipating cold in warmth, which can help us resist the discomfort caused by cold and warm up the body.
Expansion: Pork belly has a long history in Chinese medicine. Its medicinal value was recognized as early as ancient times. Pork belly is rich in collagen, which can promote elasticity and luster, delay aging, and is one of the important ingredients of many skin care products. In addition, pork belly is also rich in cholesterol and fatty acids, which has a certain protective effect on cardiovascular and cerebrovascular vessels. Therefore, eating pork belly in moderation is beneficial to health.
In addition to pork belly, another important ingredient in pork belly lotus seed soup is lotus seeds. Lotus seeds are a common nourishing ingredient that is rich in a variety of nutrients such as protein, fat, carbohydrates, etc. Lotus seeds are also rich in vitamin B, vitamin E and other vitamins, which have the effect of nourishing the body, nourishing qi and nourishing blood. At the same time, lotus seeds also have the effect of clearing heat and quenching thirst, moistening the lungs and relieving cough, and are very effective for dry cough that is prone to occur in winter.
Expansion: Lotus seeds are regarded as a food ingredient in traditional Chinese medicine that nourishes yin and moisturizes dryness, and has a certain improvement effect on the symptoms of insufficient yin fluid and dryness in the body. Lotus seeds have the effect of tonifying the spleen and kidneys, strengthening the spleen and stomach, calming the nerves, and also have a certain improvement effect on many symptoms such as insomnia, forgetfulness and anxiety. Therefore, regular consumption of lotus seeds can increase physical strength, improve sleep quality, improve immunity, and make the human body healthier.
To make a delicious pot of pork belly lotus seed soup, first we need to prepare the following ingredients. The main ingredients are a pork belly, a small handful of lotus seeds, and auxiliary ingredients are red dates, yams, green onions, ginger, etc. In addition, salt, cooking oil, high liquor, dry flour and other materials are also required.
1.Prepare the pork belly for cleaning: Since there is mucus on the surface of the pork belly, it will be slightly more troublesome to clean. First, place the pork belly in a basin, sprinkle with a small bowl of dry flour and knead until the surface is smooth and non-sticky. Then, in turn, rub the inside of the pork belly to make sure it is clean inside and out. Finally, rinse several times with clean water until there is no mucus left.
2.Prepare other ingredients: In addition to pork belly, you also need to prepare some lotus seeds, red dates, yams and other ingredients. Cut the green onion and ginger into sections, cut the carrot into hob pieces, peel the yam and cut into segments. These prepared ingredients will be used to make the soup.
3.Cook pork belly: Put the cleaned pork belly into the pot and boil it, add an appropriate amount of high liquor to remove the odor, and then add green onion and ginger slices to remove the smell. Cook for about 10 minutes to clean the inside of the odor and dirt. Subsequently, the pork belly is removed and shredded.
4.Stir-fried pork belly: Heat the pot, pour in an appropriate amount of cooking oil, add green onion and ginger slices and stir-fry until fragrant. Then, add the shredded pork belly and stir-fry over high heat.
5.Cook lotus seed soup: Put the fried pork belly into the pot, add 1 large bowl of warm water, and then add the prepared ingredients such as lotus seeds and red dates. Bring to a boil over high heat, reduce the heat to medium-low and continue to cook for 20 minutes.
6.Seasoning: Pour the boiled pork belly lotus seed soup into a casserole and continue to heat. Wait until the carrots, red dates, yams and other ingredients are cooked, sprinkle with a pinch of salt and chicken essence, and sprinkle some chopped chives to taste. Once stirred evenly, scoop out the soup and serve hot.
Expansion: In addition to the above recipes for pork belly lotus seed soup, you can also make different adjustments according to your personal taste preferences. You can add some other ingredients, such as goji berries, black fungus, etc., to increase the taste and nutritional value of the soup. According to personal taste preferences, you can decide whether to add some seasonings, such as cooking wine, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, etc., to increase the flavor and depth of the soup. In addition, the boiling time of the soup can also be adjusted according to personal preference, with a longer period of boiling to make the soup richer, and a shorter time to make it lighter.
Through the correct practice and reasonable matching, the pork belly lotus seed soup made is not only attractive in color and delicious in taste, but also rich in nutrients and nourishing and healthy. Cooking a pot once a week provides you and your family with a double nourishment of warmth and nourishment, making the winter table more varied. Not only can it keep out the cold, but it can also strengthen the immune system, so that the whole family can spend a healthy winter.
If you like pork belly lotus seed soup, then you might as well try the above recipes. It is believed that it will be a delicious dish on your winter table, bringing you a feeling of warmth and contentment. I hope my sharing is helpful to you, if you like it, please remember to like, favorite, and follow. Thank you for reading and supporting, and we'll see you next time!