Sagebrush, also known as dogwood root, purple flower root, etc., is a common wild herb. It mainly grows in the mountains, forests and grasses, and is a wild flowering plant. The rhizome of sage is fat and presents a shape similar to a dog's tooth, hence the name dog's tooth root. The flowers of sage are purplish-red in color and are very beautiful, making it a common ornamental flower. At the same time, the rhizome is also a common traditional Chinese medicine, with the effect of clearing heat and detoxification, swelling and pain.

Eating methods of sage

The rhizome of sage can be eaten, and its flavor is sweet and fresh. There are many ways to consume sage, two of which are described below.

Sage Stir-Fried Sliced Pork

Materials: sage rhizome, lean pork, green onion, ginger and garlic, salt, soy sauce, cooking wine, cornstarch, cooking oil.

Steps:

1. Cut the sage rhizome into thin slices, thinly slice the lean pork, and mince the green onion, ginger and garlic.

2. Marinate the lean pork slices with salt, soy sauce, cooking wine and cornstarch for 10 minutes.

3. Pour a moderate amount of cooking oil into the pot, add green onions, ginger and garlic to stir-fry the flavor, then add the marinated lean pork slices to stir-fry until browned.

4. Add the chopped sage rhizome and stir-fry evenly, add the right amount of salt to taste.

Chicken soup with sage

Materials: sage rhizome, chicken, ginger, scallion, salt, cooking wine, water.

Steps:

1. Wash and cut the chicken into pieces, blanch with boiling water and then fish out and set aside.

2. Cut the sage rhizome into small pieces, and slice the green onion and ginger into slices and set aside.

3. Add water to the pot, add chicken pieces, sliced scallions and ginger, cooking wine, boil over high heat and then turn to low heat and simmer for 30 minutes.

4. Add the chopped sage rhizome and simmer for another 10 minutes, season with salt to taste.

Ending

Sage is a common wild plant, and its rhizome has the effect of clearing away heat and detoxifying, reducing swelling and relieving pain. There are many ways to consume sage, you can stir fry meat, stew chicken soup and so on. When consuming sage, you need to pay attention to its quality and origin, and choose a regular supplier of sage so as not to affect your health.