Winter is the time for us to pay attention to health and wellness. Cold weather can easily slow down the metabolism in the human body and reduce immunity, so it is particularly important to choose some foods with health care functions. And today, the "pancreatic islet fruit" I want to introduce to you is our good helper for winter health care - artichokes.
Artichoke ginger, also known as devil ginger, is a root vegetable that can safely survive the winter in the cold season, and its appearance resembles ginger. Artichoke is very vigorous, because it is particularly hardy, so after planting for a year, when we planing artichokes, the left ones will grow new artichokes until the next year. Its taste is more refreshing, the taste is more elegant, and not only that, but the artichoke is also known as the "pancreatic islet fruit".
Studies have found that the special ingredients in artichokes mimic the action of insulin and help regulate blood sugar levels. In addition to regulating blood sugar, artichoke is also favored for its rich dietary fiber. It can promote intestinal peristalsis, relieve constipation, and make bowel movements smoother. Artichoke is rich in trace elements such as vitamin C and zinc, which not only help to improve the body's resistance, but also help eliminate toxins from the body and maintain the body's health.
Since artichokes are so beneficial, how should we consume them reasonably? Let me introduce you to a delicious artichoke recipe - stir-fried artichoke slices with green peppers.
【Stir-fried artichoke slices with green peppers】
Ingredients: Artichoke artichoke, green pepper, light soy sauce, salt, vegetable oil, green onion, ginger, garlic.
Steps:
1.Soak the artichoke in water for a while, stir gently, clean the attached sediment, dry the water on the surface and cut it into slices, wash the green pepper, cut it into small pieces, and cut the green onion and ginger into shreds for later use.
2.Heat oil in a pot, add green onions, ginger and garlic and stir-fry until fragrant, then add the chopped green peppers and stir-fry until they change color.
3.Finally, add the chopped artichoke slices, add light soy sauce and salt to taste, and continue to stir-fry evenly, so that the sauce is evenly adhered to the artichoke.
This dish is a delicious dish with the refreshing texture of the artichoke and the crispness of the green peppers, so you can enjoy the flavor and absorb the many nutrients of the artichoke. It is especially suitable for cold winter, which can not only keep out the cold but also nourish the body.
In addition to stir-frying, we can also try pickling artichokes to make delicious pickled artichoke slices. Here's how to marinate it:
【Pickled artichoke】
Ingredients: Artichoke, salt, shredded ginger, garlic slices, light soy sauce, sugar.
Here's how:
1.Clean the artichokes, cut them into large pieces, add the appropriate amount of salt, stir well and marinate for 2 hours.
2.Drain the marinated water, place the artichoke slices on a drying rack, dry the surface moisture, and put them in a glass jar.
3.Add shredded ginger and garlic slices to a bowl, add an appropriate amount of light soy sauce and sugar, and stir well. Pour the sauce evenly in a glass jar so that the artichoke slices evenly coat the sauce. Seal the mouth of the jar and marinate for a month before serving.
Not only does this pickled artichoke slice have a unique taste, but it also preserves the nutrients of the artichoke, making it convenient and delicious.
In general, artichoke as a "pancreatic islet fruit" can be described as a delicious health dish on the winter table. Whether stir-fried or pickled, it can bring rich nutrients to our body, regulate blood sugar and enhance immunity, and is one of the indispensable delicacies on our winter table. In the cold winter, let's try this natural healthy taste, and let's enjoy the beauty of "pancreatic islet fruit" together!