1, Appearance characteristics: The appearance of garlic is unremarkable, it is composed of a round garlic head and several slender garlic leaves. The appearance of garlic is purple or grayish white, and there is a thin layer of soil on the surface, which looks a little rough. Garlic leaves are emerald green, slender and straight, and extend outward like handfuls of small swords, adding a bit of life to the whole garlic.
2, special smell: the special smell of garlic is a major feature. When peeling garlic, cutting garlic or mashing garlic cloves, it will give off a strong garlic fragrance. This smell not only has a unique stimulating effect, but also has a certain bactericidal effect. In cooking, people often use this feature of garlic to increase the flavor of dishes.
3. Nutritional value: Garlic is not only a delicious seasoning, but also has high nutritional value. It is rich in protein, vitamins and minerals, especially organic sulfide and allicin. These substances have antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and other functions, which are helpful to improve human immunity, prevent diseases and maintain health.
Application of garlic:
1 Cooking seasoning: Garlic is an important seasoning, which can be used to increase the flavor and taste of dishes. In cooking, people will use garlic with other seasonings, such as salt, sugar, soy sauce, etc., to make different flavors.
2. Barbecue and grilled fish: Garlic is an essential ingredient in barbecue or grilled fish. It can not only increase the aroma of dishes, but also remove the fishy smell of meat or fish, making dishes more delicious.
3. Cold salad: When making cold salad, garlic can also increase the taste and flavor of the dish. Cut garlic into minced garlic, and then add vinegar, soy sauce, pepper and other seasonings to make a delicious cold salad.
4. Pickled food: Garlic can also be used to pickle food, such as pickles and pickled cucumbers. In the process of curing, garlic can increase the taste and flavor of food, at the same time, it can also inhibit the growth of bacteria and prolong the shelf life of food.
5, health care: garlic has a certain health care function, such as antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and so on. In daily life, we can eat garlic in moderation to improve immunity, prevent diseases and maintain health.
Planting time: from early April to mid-July. Seed treatment: after screening the seeds, soak them in clear water for 5-6 hours, and then put them in an environme