Amaranth is a common green vegetable. Its leaves are dark green or purple, rich in various nutrients, and it is a very healthy food. Amaranth is widely planted and eaten in China. It can not only be eaten as a dish, but also be used to make soup and jiaozi.
nutritional value of amaranth
amaranth is rich in various nutrients, including vitamin c, vitamin e, vitamin k, folic acid, calcium, iron and potassium. Among them, vitamin C and folic acid are essential nutrients for human body, which can enhance immunity and prevent anemia and other diseases. In addition, the iron content in amaranth is also high, which is suitable for people with anemia.
purchase and preservation of amaranth
choose amaranth with green leaves, fresh, tender and smooth leaves and no insect spots. When stored, amaranth can be put in plastic bags and put in the refrigerator, which can keep freshness and avoid yellowing and softening.
How to cook amaranth
Amaranth can be cooked into a variety of dishes. The following are some common cooking methods:
Stir-fried amaranth
Materials: appropriate amount of amaranth, appropriate amount of garlic, appropriate amount of salt and appropriate amount of oil
Steps:
1. Wash amaranth and cut it into sections.
2. pour oil into the pot, heat it, add minced garlic and stir-fry.
3. add amaranth, stir-fry evenly, and add salt to taste.
scrambled eggs with amaranth
Materials: appropriate amount of amaranth, appropriate amount of eggs, appropriate amount of salt and appropriate amount of oil
Steps:
1. Wash amaranth and cut it into sections.
2. Beat the eggs into a bowl, add salt and mix well.
3. pour oil into the pot, heat it, pour in the egg liquid, and fry until it is 8% cooked.
4. add amaranth, stir-fry evenly, and stir-fry until cooked.