How do you eat this wild vegetable?

How do you eat this wild vegetable?

□ Science Times reporter Hu Lijuan

Recently, a video of children from a kindergarten in Xuzhou, Jiangsu Province collectively making elm seed nests went viral on the Internet, making elm seeds stand out from many wild vegetables.

"Although elm seeds look inconspicuous, they are extremely nutritious and rich in protein." Wu Jia, deputy secretary general of the Nutrition and Nutrition Branch of the China Health Promotion and Education Association, told reporters that compared with common wild vegetables and green leafy vegetables, elm seeds contain 4.8 grams of protein and 3.27 milligrams of mineral zinc per 100 grams. It also contains carbohydrates, calcium, phosphorus, iron, carotene and other substances, which have the effects of calming the nerves, reducing internal heat, relieving coughs and reducing swelling.

Elm money is the fruit of the elm tree. It is green in color and shaped like a sheet with a bulge in the middle and thin edges. It looks very much like the hemp money strung together in ancient times, hence the name. Elm money is pronounced the same as "surplus money", which means a lot of surplus money.

Wu Jia introduced that there are many ways to eat elm seeds, and there are four common ones.

Steamed. Soak elm seeds in clean water for a while, wash and drain, mix with flour, and steam until cooked. You can add mashed garlic and sesame oil to mix, or add salt, sesame oil and other seasonings when kneading the dough to make steamed bread. Steamed food often has "more vegetables and less noodles", which is especially suitable for patients with "three highs".

Cook porridge. Similar to vegetable porridge, first put rice or millet into the pot, cook until it is almost cooked, then add elm money, and cook until it is done. You can add some chopped green onions or garlic sprouts according to your taste.

As stuffing. Wash and chop the elm seeds, and mix them with meat, shrimp or eggs to make stuffing for buns, dumplings, pies, etc. It is fresh and delicious.

Eat raw. Freshly picked elm seeds are tender, crisp and sweet. After washing, they can be eaten raw directly, or made into cold dishes or salads.

Wu Jia specifically reminded that spoiled elm seeds can cause food poisoning. If they change color or become sticky, they must not be eaten.

<<:  National Cancer Prevention and Control Week丨Is it a big deal if lung nodules are detected during a physical examination?

>>:  Lying down right after eating? Ask a digestive expert if this is okay

Recommend

Will I definitely get pregnant on the day of ovulation?

We know that for women who want to get pregnant, ...

What to do if a pregnant woman has toothache due to inflammation

For pregnant women, the ten months of pregnancy i...

Why do girls have the most private parts?

When girls reach puberty, their private parts wil...

How to consider a woman's private parts healthy

For many women, taking good care of their face, m...

What are some recipes for women to replenish qi and blood?

Due to various reasons, many female friends usual...

Causes of uterine fibroids

There are many factors that cause uterine fibroid...

Do you have allergic rhinitis? How to prevent and treat allergic rhinitis?

What is allergic rhinitis? Allergic rhinitis, for...

Can low progesterone be replenished?

Women with low progesterone levels will have thei...

What should I do if I have breast nodules during lactation?

Once a woman becomes pregnant, the hormones in he...

Can pregnant women drink dendrobium soup?

We all know that pregnant women need to strictly ...

Why do I keep having erotic dreams when I'm pregnant?

What is the reason for always having erotic dream...