The whole year’s plan starts with spring. In early spring, health care and liver protection are important. In early spring, the human body gradually revives and sprouts after being dormant throughout the winter. Various physiological functions and metabolism of the body are at their most active. This is also the best time to take care of the liver. In terms of diet, you should follow the health-preserving principle of "it is better to reduce acidity and increase sweetness in spring to nourish the spleen", and eat more sweet foods to strengthen the spleen. Sweet food does not just mean that the food tastes a little sweet, but it also has the effect of nourishing the spleen and stomach. Pigeon recommends 16 kinds of sweet foods to nourish the liver, spleen and stomach, and replenish qi and blood! Nourish your liver in spring and stay healthy all year round!

Flammulina velutipes contains nutrients such as carbohydrates, crude fiber, protein, and various amino acids. It has the effects of promoting metabolism, lowering fat and blood pressure, improving intelligence and brain, nourishing the liver and stomach, and improving immunity.

1. Remove the old leaves from fresh leeks, clean them, drain them and set aside.

2. Clean the enoki mushrooms, cut off the roots and set aside.

3. Blanch the leeks and enoki mushrooms in a pot, remove and drain, cut the leeks into sections and add the enoki mushrooms to a plate, mix well and set aside.

4. Put a little light soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, oyster sauce, sesame oil, chili oil, and cooked white sesame seeds in a bowl and mix well. Then pour the bowl juice into the plate and mix well. Hot and sour, crispy, tender and smooth!

Toona sinensis is rich in nutrients such as calcium, phosphorus, potassium, and sodium. It has the functions of strengthening the spleen and appetizing, diuretic and detoxifying, health and beauty, nourishing blood, and relaxing muscles.

1. Cut off the old roots of fresh Chinese toon buds, soak them in fruit and vegetable salt water for 5 minutes, blanch them in a pot, remove and drain them and set aside.

2. Cut a piece of tofu into chunks, put an appropriate amount of water in the pot and boil it, add a little salt, pour in the tofu and blanch it for 2 minutes, remove and drain and place on a plate.

3. Put the toon sprouts on the tofu.

4. Put a little chopped green onion, minced ginger and garlic, light soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, chili sauce, sesame oil, sugar, salt, chicken powder, cooked white sesame seeds and cold boiled water into the bowl and stir evenly. Pour the juice over the tofu. Fresh and fragrant, you won’t get tired of eating it!

Leeks are rich in sulfide, protein, multivitamins, minerals and other nutrients. They have the effects of tonifying the kidneys and strengthening yang, enhancing appetite, moistening the intestines and laxatives, nourishing the liver and improving eyesight.

1. Wash and drain fresh leeks, then chop and set aside.

2. Crack 3 eggs into a bowl and beat them well. Add a little salt and stir evenly. Add a little water starch and stir evenly again. Add the chopped leeks into the egg liquid and stir evenly.

3. Brush a layer of cooking oil into the container, add the leek and egg liquid, weigh it gently a few times, seal it with plastic wrap, poke a few small holes, and steam it in a steamer for 10 minutes. .

4. Remove from the mold, cut into long strips, and place on a plate. Depending on your personal taste, you can dip it with your favorite dipping sauce!

Shrimp is rich in protein, vitamin A, calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus and other nutrients. It has the functions of protecting cardiovascular, delaying aging, enhancing immunity, nourishing the liver and strengthening the brain.

Method:

1. Wash the fresh leeks, drain them and cut them into sections for later use.

2. Wash the shrimps, put them into a bowl, add a little cooking wine, salt, and pepper, mix well, and marinate for 10 minutes.

3. Put a little oil in the pot, add the shrimps and a little cooking wine and stir-fry until cooked. Add the leeks and stir-fry for a while. Add a little salt and stir-fry evenly. It tastes fresh and light!

Lemon contains carbohydrates, multivitamins, calcium, iron, phosphorus and other nutrients. It has the functions of promoting digestion, producing body fluids and quenching thirst, supplementing vitamin C, promoting iron absorption, nourishing the liver and strengthening the spleen.

1. Rinse fresh lemons with clean water first, sprinkle a little salt on the surface of the lemon and rub it gently, then rinse it with running water, remove the head and tail of the lemon, and cut into thin slices for later use.

2. Put the rice cake into the pot and cook for 5 minutes until the rice cake is soft, take it out and set aside.

3. Put a little tomato paste, Korean hot sauce, light soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, sugar, starch, water and cumin powder into a bowl and stir well and set aside.

4. Put a little oil in the pot, add the rice cakes and stir-fry for a while. Pour in the sauce and stir-fry evenly until the rice cakes are evenly coated with the sauce. Then add the lemon slices and stir-fry again for a while. , take it out of the pan and put it on a plate, sprinkle in a little chopped chives and coriander. The taste is sour and rich, strengthening the spleen and appetizing!

Fresh grass heads are rich in nutrients such as protein, carbohydrates, carotene, vitamins, and minerals. They have the effects of clearing away internal heat, strengthening the spleen and stomach, and aiding digestion.

1. Remove impurities and old roots from fresh grass heads, soak them in fruit and vegetable salt water for 5 minutes, and wash them with clean water.

2. Put a little oil in the pot, add a little minced garlic and stir-fry until fragrant, add the grass and stir-fry quickly, add a little salt, white wine and chicken powder and stir-fry again for a while. .

Fragrant, fresh and nutritious!

Corn is rich in protein, vitamins, fats, trace elements, cellulose and other nutrients. It has the functions of clearing the intestines and detoxifying, lowering cholesterol, promoting metabolism, protecting the liver and improving eyesight.

1. Put a little cornstarch, flour and baking powder in a bowl and mix well and set aside.

2. Boil the corn, peel and set aside; peel and dice the carrots, blanch them and set aside.

3. Add the corn kernels and diced carrots to the mixed flour and coat them evenly and set aside.

4. Put a little oil in the pot, add corn kernels and carrot kernels, flatten and compact them, pour a little oil along the edge of the pot, sprinkle a little water on the surface to let it set, and then add it along the Pour 60% hot cooking oil into the side of the pot to cover the corn, fry until the corn is completely floating, take it out and put it on absorbent paper to remove the oil, put it on a plate and arrange it, and pour in an appropriate amount of tomato sauce. Sweet and crispy, it strengthens the spleen and stomach!

Snakehead fish is rich in protein, fat, various minerals, amino acids, vitamins and other nutrients. It has the functions of detoxifying and removing heat, diuresis and swelling, replenishing the spleen and qi, and enhancing resistance.

1. Wash the fresh black fish fillets, squeeze out the excess water, put them in a bowl, add a little salt, pepper and cooking wine and mix until thick, add a little egg white and mix evenly. Add a little dry starch and mix well. Finally, add a little cooking oil and mix well again. Let it sit for 10 minutes.

2. For fresh wild garlic, remove the roots, wash, cut into sections and set aside; for fresh shepherd's purse, remove the old leaves and roots, wash and blanch and set aside; mince the onions, ginger and garlic and set aside.

3. Put a little oil in the pot, add onion, ginger and garlic and saute until fragrant. Add a little soybean paste, tomato hot sauce, light soy sauce, salt, oyster sauce, sugar, balsamic vinegar and cooking wine and stir-fry until fragrant. Boil an appropriate amount of water, pour in the fish fillets, shake the pot gently, cook until the fish fillets are mature, add shepherd's purse and wild garlic, and sprinkle in a little cooked white sesame seeds. The fish meat is smooth and tender, the wild vegetables are fragrant and delicious!

Tomatoes are rich in carbohydrates, vitamins, calcium, phosphorus, lycopene and other nutrients. They have the functions of laxative, regulating blood pressure, beautifying the skin, and protecting the liver.

1. Peel the potatoes, cut them into small dices and put them into a bowl. Pour in boiling water and blanch them until translucent. Take them out. Then put the diced potatoes into the flour and coat them evenly with a layer of flour. pink.

2. Beat 2 eggs, mix well and set aside; wash and dice the tomatoes and set aside.

3. Put a little oil in the pot, add an appropriate amount of tomato paste and stir-fry until the red oil comes out, then add the tomatoes and a little salt and stir-fry, then pour an appropriate amount of boiling water, add the potato lumps and stir gently Mix well, add a little salt, pepper, and light soy sauce, bring to a boil over high heat, then sprinkle with a little chopped chives. The soup is sour and refreshing, and the lumps are chewy!

Shepherd's purse contains protein, multivitamins, calcium, carotene and other nutrients. It has the effects of promoting digestion, lowering blood pressure, improving immunity, clearing the liver and improving eyesight, harmonizing the stomach and strengthening the spleen.

1. For fresh shepherd's purse, remove the old leaves and roots, soak in fruit and vegetable salt water for 10 minutes, wash and quickly blanch in a pot, remove and drain for later use.

2. Clean the shrimps, put them into a bowl, add a little cooking wine, pepper, and salt, mix well, and marinate for 10 minutes.

3. Crack 2 eggs into a bowl, beat well and set aside.

4. Put a little oil in the pot, add the minced ginger and garlic and stir-fry until fragrant, add the shrimp and stir-fry until cooked, add an appropriate amount of water to boil, add the shepherd's purse and boil again, pour in the egg liquid gently Stir, and finally add a little salt and mix evenly. Delicious and nutritious, it strengthens the spleen and stomach!

Japonica rice is rich in protein, fat, carbohydrates, crude fiber, various minerals and other nutrients. It has the functions of replenishing qi, strengthening the spleen and stomach, nourishing the liver and protecting the liver, and beautifying the skin.

1. Wash an appropriate amount of stem rice and soak it for 10 minutes.

2. Soak a little wolfberry in warm water for 5 minutes and then wash and set aside; a little rock sugar and set aside; peel the kiwi and apple and cut into small pieces and set aside.

3. Rinse the soaked rice, put it into an electric casserole, add an appropriate amount of water, and cook until thickened. Add rock sugar and wolfberry and cook for 5 minutes, then add kiwi and wolfberry. Boil the apples for 2 minutes, put them into a bowl, and eat! It tastes sweet and silky!

Pumpkin is rich in vitamins, minerals, crude fiber, carotene and other nutrients. It has the functions of nourishing qi and lungs, strengthening the spleen and stomach, nourishing the liver and improving eyesight.

1. Peel and wash the pumpkin, slice it into slices and steam it in a steamer. Take it out and press it into a puree, add a little sugar, walnut oil and milk and stir evenly, then add an appropriate amount of glutinous rice flour, stir evenly again, then knead it into a smooth dough, arrange it into small balls of equal size, and press them into small doses. .

2. Arrange the cheese slices into small balls of equal size, wrap them in the pumpkin puree mixture, and then arrange them into a round shape.

3. Put it into the mold, press it gently to form, remove it from the mold, place it on a plate, put it in a steamer and steam it for 15 minutes before taking it out.

Take a bite, it's sweet, soft and glutinous, full of cheese and fragrant!

Lily contains protein, starch, fat, carotene, minerals, vitamins and other nutrients. It has the functions of clearing liver fire, nourishing the heart and calming the mind, beautifying and moisturizing, moisturizing and relieving cough.

1. Wash the fresh shrimps, remove the shrimp lines, put them into a bowl, add a little cooking wine, dry starch, salt and pepper, stir evenly, and marinate for 10 minutes.

2. Wash the asparagus, remove the old roots and skin, cut it diagonally, blanch it quickly in boiling water, remove and drain and set aside.

3. Put a little oil in the pot, add minced ginger and garlic and sauté until fragrant, add shrimps and stir-fry, add asparagus, lily, a little cooking wine, and salt and stir-fry for a while. The lily is soft and glutinous, the asparagus is crispy, and the shrimp is tender and delicious!

Jasmine contains protein, amino acids, multiple vitamins, minerals and other nutrients. It has the effects of warming the stomach, soothing the liver and improving eyesight, strengthening the spleen and stomach, and beautifying the skin.

1. Soak an appropriate amount of fresh jasmine flowers in light salt water for 5 minutes, wash them and quickly blanch them in a pot, remove and drain them and set aside.

2. Crack 3 eggs into a bowl and beat them well. Add a little cold water and lemon juice and stir evenly. Sieve and pour into the blanched jasmine flowers. Cover with plastic wrap and steam. Steam for 8 minutes.

3. Put a little light soy sauce, minced onion and garlic, balsamic vinegar, sesame oil, and cooked white sesame seeds in a bowl, stir well and set aside.

4. Take out the steamed jasmine steamed egg, use a fruit knife to make a few horizontal and vertical cuts on the jasmine steamed egg, and pour the bowl juice into the plate. A spoonful of it is delicious, tender and nutritious!

Sweet potatoes are rich in nutrients such as protein, starch, pectin, cellulose, amino acids, vitamins, and various minerals. They have the functions of laxative and detoxification, assisting in lowering blood pressure, strengthening the spleen and stomach, and beautifying the skin.

1. Peel and wash the sweet potatoes and carrots, cut them into thin slices respectively, put them in a bowl and add an appropriate amount of salt to marinate for 10 minutes.

2. Then arrange one piece of sweet potato and one piece of carrot, roll them up slowly in one direction, and make 6 pieces in sequence.

3. Place a piece of carrot in a tinfoil cup, spread a layer of cheese on the carrot slice, put the sweet potato roses on top of the cheese, and sprinkle a little bit of cheese shreds and olive oil.

4. Place on a baking sheet, preheat the oven at 180 for 15 minutes, and bake on the middle rack for 30 minutes. Take it out of the oven and put it on a plate, sprinkle with a little barbecue seasoning, and garnish with strawberries and coriander. It’s delicious, romantic and delicious!

Brown sugar is rich in sugar, minerals, mannolic acid, various trace elements, vitamins and other nutrients. It has the effects of nourishing blood, activating blood circulation, warming the stomach and strengthening the spleen.

1. Add 100 grams of warm water, add 70 grams of brown sugar, stir until melted, then add 3 grams of yeast powder and stir evenly. After letting it stand for 5 minutes, crack in 2 eggs and stir evenly, then add all-purpose flour. 250 grams, stir quickly and evenly until the batter is fine, add chopped red dates and stir evenly again, cover with plastic wrap and let it sit for 30 minutes to let it ferment naturally.

2. When the risen batter reaches 2.5 times its original size, put the batter into a tin foil cup until it is 80% full, put it into a steamer and steam for 30 minutes, simmer for another 5 minutes, take it out and demold. That’s it.

Sweet, chewy and nutritious!

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