Okra belongs to Millet, Malvaceae.
Alias: pig excrement beans, coffee Huang Kui, okra, nightshade, etc. Originated in Africa, it was introduced to China from India in the early 20th century. Its edible part is pod, which is crisp, tender and juicy, smooth but not greasy, and has a unique flavor, which is deeply favored by people. In recent years, it has become a popular nutritious and healthy vegetable in Japan, Taiwan Province Province, Hongkong and western countries, the first choice for athletes in many African countries, and also a health food for the elderly. Seeds can be used to extract oil. Okra oil is a kind of high-grade vegetable oil, and its nutrients and fragrance far exceed sesame oil and peanut oil.
Nutritional value and efficacy of okra
1.？ The tender fruit of okra contains viscous liquid, arabinan, galactan, rhamnose and protein. Regular consumption can help digestion, enhance physical strength, protect the liver, strengthen the stomach and regulate the intestines.
2.？ Okra contains iron, calcium, sugar and other nutrients, which can prevent anemia.
3. It contains vitamin A, β-carotene, etc. It is beneficial to retinal health and vision maintenance.
4. It is rich in trace elements such as zinc and selenium, which can enhance the anti-cancer ability of human body.
5. it is also rich in vitamin c and soluble fiber, which not only has a health care effect on the skin, but also makes the skin white and tender.
6.？ Okra is also rich in calcium. Its oxalic acid content is low, so the absorption and utilization rate of calcium is higher, which is better than milk. It is a good source of calcium for vegetarians and developing children.
7.？ Mucin in okra can inhibit the absorption of sugar, so it has been used as a therapeutic drug for diabetes in recent years.
8.？ Okra also contains special ingredients with medicinal effects, which can tonify kidney and deficiency, and has an auxiliary treatment effect on male organic diseases, and enjoys the reputation of "plant Viagra".
Basic eating method
Okra can be cold mixed, fried, fried, stewed, or made into salads and soups. Before cold cooking, it must be scalded with boiling water for three to five minutes to remove the astringency.
Menu introduction
1. Onion okra
Material: 350g okra.
Seasoning: 20g scallion, 8g light soy sauce.
Production method:
1) Wash the okra, blanch it in boiling water and take it out;
2) shower the okra in cold water, take it out and cut it into sections;
3) Wash the green onions and cut the flowers for later use;
4)? Put the okra segments into a dish, sprinkle with chopped green onion, and pour in soy sauce and mix well.
Cuisine and efficacy: anti-cancer home-cooked recipes for teenagers, anti-cancer recipes for athletes and gastritis recipes.
2. okra tofu
Ingredients: okra? 300g, tofu 1.
Seasoning: salt 1 teaspoon, Su Yixian 1/2 teaspoons.
Production method:
1) Blanch the okra, drain and cut into stars.
2) Put the tofu and seasoning into a mortar and grind, then add the okra and mix well.
Dishes and efficacy: refreshing cold dishes
3. Italian vegetable salad
Ingredients: lettuce, onion and 5 black olives. Okra? 2. 1 Corn, cucumber, almond slices, toast, tomato, 3 tablespoons oil vinegar salad dressing (egg-free salad dressing is recommended).
1) Wash vegetables and cut them into pieces.
2) Put the lettuce in a transparent bowl in turn, then discharge the other ingredients one by one, finally add the black olive and toast diced, then pour the oil vinegar salad dressing and sprinkle with almond slices.
3) The ingredients in the sauce must be cut into fine powder.
Food and efficacy: Italian food
Suitable for people and taboos
The general population can eat it.
1. Suitable for gastritis, cancer, gastric ulcer, anemia and dyspepsia, especially for young adults, athletes and men and women who care for skin.
2. However, okra is a cold vegetable. People with gastrointestinal deficiency, poor function and frequent diarrhea should not eat more.
Storage requirements
Under high temperature, okra rapidly ages, turns yellow and decays due to its rapid respiration. Therefore, it is best to store it at 7℃ ~ 10℃ for about 10 days. After buying okra, you should prevent scratching, otherwise it will turn black after a few hours of scratching.
Matters needing attention
Avoid cooking or dressing with copper or iron utensils, or the okra will soon change color. Although it is harmless to human body, its taste will be discounted and it is not beautiful.
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Steps of scrambled eggs with okra
1.？ Wash the okra and blanch the whole okra in a pot for one minute. It will soften if it takes too long.
2.？ Take out the blanched okra and let it cool. Remove the head and tail and cut into pieces diagonally.
3.？ Beat 3 eggs evenly, add half a spoonful of salt, stir-fry quickly in the pot until it condenses, and serve for later use.
4.？ Pour in the cut okra, stir-fry for 30 seconds, add half a spoonful of salt, add eggs and stir-fry twice, and serve.