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Today, Xiao Erjun would like to introduce you to a good dish that is both nutritious and delicious - chicken stewed mushrooms. Let's talk about it, the small bench is moved quickly, don't miss it!
1. Nutrition tips
Chicken, as everyone is familiar with, is rich in nutrients such as high-quality protein, a variety of essential amino acids, and B vitamins. These nutrients are very important for maintaining body functions and boosting metabolism. Especially for those who often do physical exercise or need to replenish their strength, chicken is a good choice!
Mushrooms are the pearls of the treasure trove of nutrition. It is not only rich in dietary fiber, but also has a variety of minerals and vitamins, especially vitamin D, which is quite considerable. Vitamin D helps promote the absorption of calcium, which is beneficial for bone health. In addition, the polysaccharides in mushrooms also help to boost immunity and make your body healthier and more energetic.
The wisdom of Chinese medicine
In the classics of traditional Chinese medicine, chicken is regarded as an ingredient that warms and nourishes qi and replenishes deficiency and essence. For people with weak constitution and loss of appetite, chicken has a good conditioning effect. It is recorded in the "Compendium of Materia Medica" that chicken can "replenish fatigue, improve strength, and strengthen muscles and bones".
Mushrooms also have a good place in the theory of traditional Chinese medicine. It is believed to have the effect of strengthening the spleen and appetizing, nourishing yin and moisturizing dryness. For people with weak spleen and stomach and indigestion, moderate consumption of mushrooms can have a good therapeutic effect.
2. Recipes and practices
Okay, let's get into the actual combat stage! I'm going to reveal the secret of this chicken and mushroom stew!
Ingredients Required:
500g chicken thighs or chicken breasts.
200 grams of fresh mushrooms (e.g. mushrooms, shiitake mushrooms, etc.).
3 slices of ginger.
1 green onion.
1 tablespoon cooking wine.
Light soy sauce 2 tablespoons.
1 2 tbsp dark soy sauce.
Salt to taste. Water: Appropriate amount.
Steps:
1 Chicken cut into cubes, rinse and set aside. Clean the mushrooms, if they are dried mushrooms, you need to soak them in advance.
2 Slice the ginger and cut the green onion into pieces and set aside.
3 Add an appropriate amount of oil to a pan, heat it, add the chicken pieces, and stir-fry until the surface is slightly browned.
4 Add sliced ginger and green onions, and continue to stir-fry until fragrant.
5 Pour in the cooking wine and stir-fry evenly to remove the fishy smell.
6 Add light soy sauce and dark soy sauce and continue to stir-fry to color.
7 Pour in enough water to cover the chicken, bring to a boil over high heat, reduce the heat, cover the pot and simmer for 20 minutes.
8 Add the mushrooms and continue to simmer for 10 minutes, until the chicken is cooked and the mushrooms are flavorful.
9 Add an appropriate amount of salt to taste according to taste, stir-fry evenly and then remove from the pan.
3. Ingredients selection and precautions
When choosing ingredients, choose fresh chicken, preferably slaughtered on the day, so that the stewed chicken is delicious and delicious. Choose fresh mushrooms and avoid smelly or spoiled mushrooms.
There are also some tips to be aware of during the cooking process. For example, when stir-frying chicken, stir-fry slowly over medium-low heat, which can not only stir-fry the chicken until it is slightly yellow to increase the flavor, but also avoid the surface of the chicken from being burnt and affecting the taste.
When simmering, add enough water at one time to avoid adding water halfway to affect the mellow taste of the soup; Finally, add seasonings such as salt according to your personal taste.
Okay, that's all for today's popular science! I hope everyone can learn this nutritious and delicious chicken stew with mushrooms, so that our bodies will be healthier and more energetic! Don't forget to give me a thumbs up, see you next time!