After the Spring Festival, as the temperature gradually warms up, the yang energy in people's bodies begins to gradually become stronger, but the climate in spring is changeable, which can easily lead to spring dryness in the body. Therefore, spring diet is crucial. The following four ingredients are the best choice for nourishing yang, removing spring dryness, and mild nourishment.
OneYam white fungus pear lotus seed soup
Yam white fungus pear lotus seed soup is a nourishing dessert rich in vitamins and minerals, suitable for spring nourishing and nourishing beauty. Yam has the effect of nourishing the spleen and invigorating qi, nourishing yin and moisturizing the lungs, white fungus moistens and relieves the lungs, Sydney moistens the lungs and relieves cough, and lotus seeds have the effect of benefiting the heart and calming the nerves. This soup is fragrant, sweet but not greasy, and is a healthy dessert suitable for the whole family.
Ingredients: Yam: appropriate amount: Tremella fuciformis: appropriate amount; Sydney: 1 pc; Lotus seeds: to taste; Rock sugar: to taste.
Method:1Soak the white fungus in water until softened, remove the roots, and tear into small florets for later use.
2.Peel the yam and cut it into small pieces.
3.Peel and core the pears and cut them into small cubes for later use.
4.Wash the lotus seeds and set aside.
5.Add an appropriate amount of water to the pot, add white fungus, yam, pear and lotus seeds, bring to a boil over high heat, then turn to low heat and simmer.
6.Continue to simmer for about 1 hour until all ingredients are soft.
7.Finally, add an appropriate amount of rock sugar according to personal taste, and cook until the rock sugar is completely dissolved.
Tips: 1) Yam is rich in mucin and vitamins, which has the effect of nourishing and strengthening the spleen, invigorating qi and rejuvenating the lungs, and relieving cough, so it is suitable for spring consumption.
2) Tremella fungus has the effect of clearing heat and moisturizing the lungs, nourishing yin and moisturizing dryness, and is suitable for consumption in spring when the climate is dry.
3) Lotus seeds have the effect of strengthening the spleen and stomach, clearing the heart and soothing the nerves, and regular consumption can increase the body's resistance.
IISteamed beef with loofah
Steamed beef with loofah is a light and delicious home-cooked dish, suitable for spring to nourish the sun and remove dryness. The loofah is cool and sweet, and has the effect of clearing heat and detoxifying, and quenching thirst, while beef is an ingredient that nourishes kidney qi and nourishes yin and dryness. This dish is simple to cook, tender in taste, and rich in nutrients, making it a nourishing dish suitable for spring.
Ingredients: Beef: to taste; Loofah: 1 root; Ginger: to taste; Green onions: to taste; Cooking wine: to taste; Light soy sauce: appropriate amount; Salt: to taste; Cooking oil: to taste.
Method:1Cut the beef into thin slices, put it in a bowl, add an appropriate amount of cooking wine, light soy sauce, minced ginger and green onions, and marinate for a while.
2.Peel the loofah and cut it into thin slices.
3.Put a steamer cloth or oiled paper in the steamer and cover with loofah slices.
4.Spread the marinated beef slices on top of the loofah slices.
5.Add an appropriate amount of water to the pot, bring to a boil over high heat, turn to low heat and steam for about 15-20 minutes until the beef is cooked through.
6.After steaming, sprinkle with an appropriate amount of salt to taste.
Tips: 1) When steaming beef, you can choose to add some seasonings according to your personal taste, such as ginger slices, green onions, etc., to increase the flavor.
2) The beef is fresh and tender after steaming, and with the fragrant taste of the loofah, it is rich in nutrients, making it a healthy delicacy suitable for spring.
3) If you prefer a more flavorful texture, you can add a little light soy sauce and cooking wine to marinate the beef to increase the umami.
IIIGarlic broccoli
Garlic broccoli is a simple and nutritious home-cooked dish that is rich in nutrients such as vitamin C and folic acid, which can help boost immunity and prevent spring colds. Broccoli is rich in fiber and antioxidants, which can clear away heat and diuretic, strengthen the spleen and appetize, while minced garlic helps to increase appetite and regulate the stomach. This dish is delicious and refreshing, making it suitable for the whole family.
Ingredients: broccoli: to taste; Garlic: to taste; Salt: to taste; Cooking oil: to taste.
Method:1Wash the broccoli, remove the hard stems, and cut into small pieces for later use.
2.Put an appropriate amount of water in the pot, add a little salt after boiling, then blanch the broccoli, boil until it changes color, remove it immediately, put it in cold water to cool, drain and set aside.
3.Finely chop the garlic and set aside.
4.Add an appropriate amount of cooking oil to the pot, and when it is 70% hot, add the minced garlic and simmer until fragrant.
5.After stir-frying, add the broccoli and stir-fry evenly until the broccoli is slightly soft, taking care not to over-fry to maintain the crisp and tender texture of the broccoli.
6.Before cooking, you can add an appropriate amount of salt to taste according to your personal taste, and mix gently.
Tips: 1) After blanching, the broccoli should be removed in time and put in cold water to cool to maintain its emerald green color and crisp taste.
2) During the frying process, the heat should be mastered to avoid nutrient loss and poor taste caused by excessive frying.
3) When stir-frying minced garlic, the heat should be mastered well to avoid the taste of the minced garlic from being affected.
FourthTomato dragon fish ball soup
Tomato Longli Fish Ball Soup is a delicious and delicious soup that is suitable for spring to nourish the sun and remove dryness. Tomatoes are rich in vitamin C and lycopene, which have the effect of clearing heat and detoxifying, nourishing yin and moisturizing the lungs, while dragon fish is a low-fat and high-protein fish, rich in high-quality protein and unsaturated fatty acids, which helps to enhance physical fitness. This soup is delicious and nutritious, making it a healthy soup for spring.
Ingredients: Longli fish meatballs: appropriate amount; Tomatoes: 2 pcs.; Onion: 1 pc; Potato: 1 pc; Carrot: 1 stalk; Chicken broth or water: to taste; Salt and pepper: to taste; Greens (e.g. spinach, bok choy, etc.): to taste (depending on preference).
Method:1Blanch the tomatoes in boiling water, peel them and cut them into small pieces for later use.
2.Wash the onions, potatoes and carrots and dice them separately.
3.Heat an appropriate amount of oil in a pan and sauté the onions, potatoes and carrots together until soft.
4.Add the chopped tomato chunks and continue to cook for a while until the tomatoes are soft and release their aroma.
5.Pour in the chicken broth or water, wait for the soup to boil, add the dragon fish meatballs, and cook until the meatballs are cooked through.
6.Finally, add salt and pepper to taste according to personal taste.
7.If you like, you can add green vegetable leaves and cook until soft to increase the nutrition and taste of the soup.
Tips: 1) You can add an appropriate amount of seasonings, such as soy sauce, monosodium glutamate, etc., according to your personal taste.
2) If you like the soup to have a richer texture, you can add tomato sauce or canned tomatoes in moderation.
3) Longli fish meatballs can be selected according to personal preference, and other fish or shrimp meat can also be used to make meatballs.
After the Spring Festival, proper consumption of these foods can help people regulate their bodies, enhance their immunity, adapt to the changes in the spring climate, and maintain their health and vitality.