Winter is one of the most challenging seasons for immunity, and in order to cope with viral infections in the cold season, we need to pay attention to the intake of nutrients in our diet, especially eating some vegetables that can improve immunity. In winter, green garlic, onions and garlic are our best choices, as they are not only rich in nutrients, but also contain antioxidants and bioactive ingredients that can strengthen the immune system and help the body defend against viral infections during the cold season.
Garlic is a vegetable with a unique aroma and taste, rich in nutrients such as vitamin C, vitamin B6, zinc and selenium. Among them, vitamin C is an important antioxidant that can enhance the function of the immune system and help the body fight infections. In addition, the sulfides in green garlic also have antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects. Therefore, consuming green garlic in winter can boost immunity and prevent colds and other respiratory diseases.
Stir-fried garlic: This dish is both delicious and immune-boosting. First, cut the dried fragrant into chunks and cut the green garlic into pieces for later use. Then, add cooking oil to a hot pan and sauté with ginger slices and dried red pepper until fragrant. Next, add the chopped dried fragrant and stir-fry over medium-low heat until the surface of the dried fragrant is slightly charred, golden brown and crispy. Then add the green garlic and seasonings, add light soy sauce, salt and pepper according to personal taste, and stir-fry evenly. Finally, add a little water to reduce the juice, sprinkle with green onions, drizzle with sesame oil, and stir-fry again to get out of the pot.
Onions are rich in sulfur compounds and phytochemicals, including ingredients such as propyl disulfonyl and mustard oil. These compounds have antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties that help boost immunity. In addition, onions are rich in vitamin C and other antioxidants.
Stir-fried beef with onions: This dish is not only delicious, but also immune-boosting. First, the beef is thinly sliced and marinated with cooking wine, light soy sauce, a pinch of salt and pepper. Then, add cooking oil to a hot pan and sauté with shredded ginger and minced garlic until fragrant. Next, add the marinated beef slices and stir-fry quickly until they change color and become cooked. Finally, add the shredded onion and continue to stir-fry until the onion is soft and sweet, and mix well with the beef. Add an appropriate amount of light soy sauce, salt and pepper to taste according to taste, you can thicken it with a little starch, and then remove it after the beef is fried and the onion becomes soft and glutinous.
Garlic is widely believed to have antibacterial, antiviral, and anti-inflammatory properties. It is rich in sulfur compounds, especially propyl sulfide, which have been shown in studies to help improve immunity and strengthen the body's immunity.
Grilled chicken wings with garlic: This is a delicious and immune-boosting dish. First, cut the chicken wings into small pieces and marinate them for a while with salt, pepper, shredded ginger, and cooking wine. Then, place the marinated chicken wings in a preheated oven and bake them until golden brown and crispy. During this process, the garlic can be chopped into minced garlic for later use. Finally, remove the grilled chicken wings, sprinkle with minced garlic, add salt and pepper to taste and serve.
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