Chrysanthemum brain has a variety of local cooking methods in Nanjing, which are not only refreshing in taste, but also convenient and cheap, and are deeply loved by local people.
In fact, chrysanthemum brain itself is a kind of nutritious plant, in which the contents of protein, vitamins and crude fiber are very high, and the contents of amino acids, calcium, iron and zinc can also meet the needs of human body. It has the effects of clearing away heat and toxic materials, regulating the middle energizer, stimulating appetite, calming the liver, improving eyesight, dispelling wind and dissipating heat, and lowering blood pressure.
It can be used to treat diseases such as hypertension, headache, constipation and red eyes. There are various cooking methods of chrysanthemum brain, which is a common delicacy on the folk table. Whether it is boiled soup, cold salad or stir-fried, it has a good taste. There is a saying in Nanjing that "Nanjing people don't eat grass, don't eat fish and love to eat grass, and Lycium barbarum is a chrysanthemum brain."
how should this wild vegetable be eaten and cooked to make it more delicious? The cooking method of chrysanthemum brain mainly adheres to the principle that it is as light as possible, and it can retain its own fragrance in the process of processing food.
the most common dish is the chrysanthemum brain and egg soup. Generally, the chrysanthemum brain is washed and cut, the eggs are broken up, the pot is boiled with appropriate amount of water, the broken eggs are poured in, and then the cut chrysanthemum brain is boiled, and a small amount of salt and sesame oil are added before the pot is taken out. This soup will not only make people feel refreshed, but also leave a faint chrysanthemum fragrance between their lips and teeth.
stir-fried chrysanthemum brain is also very popular with local people in Nanjing. The cooking requirements of this dish are not very high, and the taste of wild vegetables itself is eaten. Just wash and cut off the chrysanthemum brain, heat the hot oil in the pan, pour in the chrysanthemum and stir fry it quickly, and season it with salt before taking the pan.