The two words for water chestnut are "bí qí".

I. Explanation

The water chestnut is a plant that grows in the water, and the shape and characteristics of its underground stems make people often mistake it for a groundnut or horseshoe. Water chestnut has a sweet and savory taste and is rich in nutrients, containing a variety of vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin C, vitamin B and trace elements like iron and calcium. When consumed, water chestnuts can be eaten raw, boiled or made into juice.

The edible value and health benefits of water chestnut

1, edible value

The edible value of water chestnut is mainly reflected in its sweet taste and rich nutrition. It can be eaten directly as a fruit, and can also be used to cook or made into juice.

In terms of cooking, water chestnuts can be used to make desserts, sugar water, soup and so on, such as water chestnut sugar water, water chestnut and silver ear soup and so on. Water chestnut can also be combined with other ingredients, such as stewing with meat, which can increase the freshness of the meat.

2, health benefits

Water chestnut is rich in many vitamins and minerals, which has many benefits to human health. Water chestnut is rich in vitamin C, which helps to enhance immunity and prevent colds and other diseases. Water chestnuts are rich in iron, which helps prevent anemia. Water chestnuts are also rich in vitamin B and trace elements, which help promote metabolism and maintain a healthy nervous system.

Three, the planting and selection methods of water chestnut

1, planting methods

The planting method of water chestnut is relatively simple, and it needs to be planted in a paddy field. First of all, you need to dig a small pit in the paddy field, then put the bulb of water chestnut into the pit, cover the bulb with soil and wait for it to grow. During the growing process, you need to pay attention to keep the water level of the paddy field moderate, and you need to apply fertilizer and weed control in time.

2, selection method

When selecting water chestnuts, you need to choose water chestnuts with smooth and unbroken skin; you need to choose water chestnuts with moderate weight and no sense of lightness; and you need to choose water chestnuts with full flesh and sweet taste. When buying water chestnuts, it is best to choose fresh water chestnuts, not those that have been stored for too long.

Precautions for preserving and eating water chestnuts

I. Preservation method

The preservation method of water chestnuts is very simple, you just need to put it in a cool and ventilated place. If you need to keep it for a long time, you can put the water chestnuts into the refrigerator to freeze. Care needs to be taken to avoid putting water chestnuts in contact with odorous items so as not to affect its taste.

Second, edible precautions

Because water chestnuts grow in water, there may be bacteria and parasites attached to the skin, which should be cleaned before consumption. For some people, such as diabetics and those with cold stomachs and spleens, water chestnuts should be eaten in moderation or avoided. If you find that water chestnuts have spoiled or have a strange odor, you should stop eating them immediately.