Water caper, also known as water leek and water leek head, is a vegetable that grows in water. It is a variant of leek and has a similar flavor to leek, but it is more nutritious. Water chestnut is rich in vitamin C, vitamin E, iron, protein, calcium and other nutrients, known as the "water of nutritional treasure.

Water chestnut purchase

In the purchase of water chestnut, we should choose the water chestnut with bright green color, erect leaves and no insect pests. In addition, pay attention to the freshness of the water chestnut, fresh water chestnut leaves upright, not easy to break, and not fresh water chestnut leaves will become soft, easy to break.

Preservation of water chestnut

Water chestnut is a perishable vegetable, improper preservation is easy to deteriorate. In order to keep water chestnut fresh, we can put it into a plastic bag and keep it in the refrigerator. But be careful, water chestnut should not be left too long, it is best to consume it within two days.

Cooking methods of water chestnut

Water chestnut can be cooked into a variety of food, such as water chestnut scrambled eggs, water chestnut fried meat, water chestnut soup and so on. Here is an easy to do water chestnut scrambled eggs:

Required materials:

Water chestnut moderate amount, 2 eggs, salt moderate amount, moderate amount of oil.

Steps:

1. Wash the water chestnut, cut into segments and set aside.

2. Beat the eggs, add appropriate amount of salt and mix well.

3. Heat the pan and cool the oil, pour the egg mixture into the pan, and stir quickly with a spatula to mix well.

4. When the eggs are solidified, pour in the water chestnuts and continue to stir-fry evenly.

5. Stir-fry until the water chestnuts become soft, turn off the heat.

Nutritional value of water chestnut

Water chestnut is rich in a variety of nutrients, is a very healthy vegetable. The following are the main nutrients of water chestnut and its effects:

1. Vitamin C: It can enhance human immunity and promote the absorption of calcium.

2. Vitamin E: can protect cell membranes and delay aging.

3. Iron: can promote the synthesis of hemoglobin and prevent anemia.

4. Protein: It can provide amino acids needed by the body and promote health.

5. Calcium: can promote bone growth and prevent osteoporosis.