For those who have just studied abroad, it is all new. So what kind of weird vegetables have you seen in British supermarkets? Let me introduce them to you.

Swiss chard

This vegetable is rich in lutein and zeaxanthin, which can protect the retina from aging damage and can be called the savior of the eyes. The method is very simple, all kinds of roasting. Or add minced garlic, minced ginger, and fresh chili to stir-fry Swiss beef cabbage, which is more refreshing and suitable for our taste.

Beetroot

Beetroot is sweet and tastes very refreshing. Originating from the Mediterranean coast, it has the functions of strengthening the stomach and digestion, relieving cough and reducing phlegm, smoothing qi and diuresis, reducing heat and detoxification, and detoxifying the liver. Especially suitable for serving with salad after being sliced ??and cooked in summer.

Curly Kale

Curly Kale is the king of nutrition (its close relatives cabbage and Brussels sprouts are not inferior), and contains various protective compounds, which are beneficial to Effective in preventing and treating cancer and heart disease. Although it contains a large amount of vitamins A, C, B2 and various minerals, this leaf is too old and it is really unacceptable. Friends who want to challenge can try it!

Brussels sprout

It is MINI cabbage. The protein content is the highest among cabbage vegetables, the taste is sweet and bitter, it can clear away heat, detoxify and promote digestion. The British customary method is to boil it in water, which is acceptable. In Chinese style, you can fry it with oil and add minced ginger and garlic. Or cut into shreds and fry the bacon, which is also a good idea.

Arugula

It is often seen in sandwiches and tastes very fragrant. No wonder it is called arugula. The tender stems and leaves contain a variety of vitamins, minerals and other nutrients, which can reduce lung qi and treat chronic cough, frequent urination and other symptoms. It goes great with salads and sandwiches, and is highly recommended. You can often see them in the salad section of supermarkets. They are usually sealed in plastic bags and can be opened and used when you get home, which is very convenient.

Asparagus

In spring, it is the peak season of asparagus. The ancients said, "If you don't eat from time to time," your diet should follow the laws of nature. Asparagus has so many benefits. It is praised by nutritionists as a healthy and anti-cancer food. Eat more, the better. Asparagus is rich in folic acid, and it is a health food that pregnant women cannot miss. There are also many ways to make it, including stir-frying, salad, boiling, and roasting, all of which are suitable.

Popular science: After eating asparagus, you will find that your urine has a strange smell. This is because there is a very special acid in asparagus, commonly known as asparagus acid. After it is catabolized in the body, Some sulfur-containing substances were produced, the most important one being methylmercaptan. Methyl mercaptan is a volatile gas emitted in urine. This weird smell is mainly caused by it.

Watercress, also known as watercress

It has a high content of superoxide dismutase (SOD) and is also rich in vitamins and minerals. It has the functions of clearing away heat and relieving cough, clearing away dryness and moisturizing the lungs, resolving phlegm and relieving cough, and being a diuretic. Friends, you can try stir-frying, soup, hot pot, and cold salad, they all taste good. Why not try a vegetable that is rare in China?

Parsnip root, also known as parsnip

It is a must-have roasted vegetable for Christmas in the UK. It tastes slightly bitter and is more Generally, radish is hard, tastes sweeter, and is rich in vitamin C. Similarly, friends who like to drink radish soup can also try it!

Purple sprouting broccoli Purple cauliflower

Purple cauliflower is rare in China! This vegetable contains Rich in vitamins! It can be eaten stir-fried or served cold. It is also a good choice if used for presentation. Friends who want to try it can choose to try it. After all, you will not see purple broccoli when you return to China.

Fennel fennel head

Originally a condiment, fennel is full of treasures. In China, only the leaves and stems are generally eaten. Northerners like to make fennel dumplings. Fennel head is the root of fennel, which is also a good food. It can warm the liver and kidneys, warm stomach qi, disperse congestion and knots, dispel cold and relieve pain, regulate qi and stomach. The method is roughly the same as onions. It can be shredded and cooked before being served cold, shredded fennel pork, shredded eggs and fennel, etc.