The weather is getting colder and colder, and more and more people are prone to cold hands and feet, cold backs, etc. Some people are afraid of the cold and want to stay in their rooms all day long, unwilling to go out, or even open the windows... At this time, it is necessary to

The weather is getting colder, and more and more people are prone to cold hands and feet, cold backs, etc. Some people are afraid of the cold because of I wish I could stay in the room all day long, unwilling to go out, or even want to open the window... At this time, I need to warm up properly and warm up the body to dispel the cold~

When it comes to warming, everyone thinks of meats such as mutton, beef, pork, etc. Can't vegetables be used?

Of course not! Our protagonist today - fennel , is one of the representatives of warming vegetables.

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Serve it on the table in winter

It warms the yang and dispels the cold. Most vegetables are cold, but fennel is a rare warm vegetable.

"Yilin Zhuan Yao" mentioned: " Fennel, greatly invigorates the Mingmen, and rises above Tanzhong, and the Mingmen fire is solid, the spleen and stomach can turn water and grain into food. Qi and blood are generated, and all colds are dissipated. "The Mingmen point refers to the Mingmen point located in the lower back. This acupoint has the functions of warming the kidneys, promoting yang, and unblocking collaterals to relieve pain. In other words, eating fennel regularly is like massaging the Mingmen point, which helps to warm yang, nourish the kidneys and disperse cold .

The warm nature of fennel also has a certain stomach-warming effect, which can help regulate abdominal pain, diarrhea and other problems caused by cold stomach .

In addition, fennel has a special smell and is rich in dietary fiber . People who have recently eaten meat and have a loss of appetite can eat it appropriately to stimulate appetite and promote digestion . Moreover, compared with chrysanthemum, pak choi, lettuce, etc., fennel has a slight advantage in carotene, calcium and other substances, and is very nutritious.

Generally speaking, fennel is a vegetable that is very suitable for warming in winter and is suitable for consumption now.

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Eat fennel like this

Delicious and healthy

For people in the north, the most common way to make fennel is to make dumplings. Today, the editor would like to recommend 3 special ways to eat it, which are delicious and healthy~

Ginger-flavored shredded pancakes

Dispersing cold and promoting blood circulation

Method :

① Add water, eggs, minced fennel and a small amount of cooking oil to the flour and stir evenly;

② Heat the oil pan, pour in the batter, fry until both sides are golden, then scoop out and cut into shredded cakes;

③ Leave the base oil in the pan, add shredded galangal, stir-fry until fragrant, add shredded green and red peppers, soy sauce, white sugar, and shredded cakes, stir well and remove from the pan.

Ginger has the effects of relieving the surface and dispersing cold, warming and stopping vomiting, resolving phlegm and relieving cough. It is very effective in removing cold and dampness. And galangal , its pungent heat and cold dispersing effect is stronger than ordinary ginger and is more suitable for consumption in winter. Pairing it with fennel is more conducive to dissipating the cold and smoothing the blood. People who have cold hands and feet and are afraid of the cold can eat it regularly.

fennel "noodles"

fat control and satiety

practice :

① cut potatoes Soak the shreds in water until the water is clear, take them out, add chopped fennel and vegetables, stir in the noodles and cooking oil, and steam for 3-5 minutes to set the shape;

② Stir in the noodles and oil again into the steamed potato shreds , continue steaming over high heat for 1 minute to increase the taste;

③ Heat the oil pan, add shredded tenderloin and carrots, stir-fry evenly, add steamed potato shreds, and finally add pepper and salt to taste.

Potatoes have a strong satiety, low calories, and contain more protein , potassium, vitamin C, B vitamins and other nutrients. They are a high-quality staple food. It is easy for people to stock up on meat when the weather is cold. Use it to make a "noodle" with fennel vegetables, which are also low in fat and calories. It can replace part of the rice and steamed buns, which can help to enhance satiety, control fat and lose weight.

fennel tofu

enhance physical fitness

method :

① Add eggs to the soy milk and stir evenly. The ratio of soy milk and eggs is 6:1;

② Add chopped fennel and chopped fennel to the soy milk and egg liquid, add an appropriate amount of salt and sugar, put a layer of plastic wrap on the container, and steam in a steamer for 16 minutes.

Soy milk is rich in soy isoflavones , soy oligosaccharides and other ingredients. Eggs are called "complete nutritional foods" and contain lecithin , vitamins , minerals and other nutrients. Eat these two together with fennel, which is rich in dietary fiber. The nutrition is more balanced and comprehensive and the taste is richer and more multi-layered.

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Fennel "family" has many members

Don't mistake it

In fact, when fennel was first mentioned, many people were confused, especially some friends from the south. They couldn't help but ask: Isn't fennel a condiment? How could it be a dish?

Taking a closer look, the name contains "fennel", and there are 4 common ingredients in our lives. Today I will introduce you to them, so as not to admit your mistake later~

Fennel greens

The "protagonist" of today's article, the stems and leaves look somewhat similar to asparagus, like a fluffy green cloud. It is a nutritious dark green vegetable.

Bulb fennel

A variant of fennel, native to southern Italy, it is now cultivated in Beijing, Tianjin, Guangdong, Sichuan and other provinces and cities. It has a crisp and sweet taste and can be eaten as vegetable . It is delicious when eaten raw or cooked.

fennel seeds

Fennel seeds will bloom with small yellow umbrella-shaped flowers from June to July every year, and will bear fruits from September to October. After this fruit is dried, it becomes fennel seeds, also known as cumin.

Fennel seeds look a bit like cumin. They are a commonly used seasoning and are often used when marinating meat or grilling meat. From the perspective of traditional Chinese medicine, it has the effects of soothing the liver, promoting qi, dispersing cold and relieving pain. Using it and salt to make a hot pack for external application can relieve joint pain.

External analgesic pack

Method : Put fennel seeds and large coarse salt into a pot in a ratio of 1:1, stir-fry, put it into a gauze bag, and apply it to the painful area. After it cools down, it can be heated again in the microwave and can be reused for a week or two without getting wet.

Anise

Anise is actually star anise and aniseed . It is a plant of the genus Magnoliaceae, and is not the same family and genus as fennel. In other words, the two are half brothers. Fennel is the fruit of grass, while anise is the fruit of trees.

Star anise is not just a seasoning. Like fennel, it is also a member of my country's medicinal and food catalog. It has the functions of warming the middle and regulating qi, strengthening the stomach and relieving vomiting, and repelling cold.

Today’s interaction

Is fennel greens cold or warm in nature?