Shan Ya Cai, also known as Sha Ji, Ku Cao, or Ku Gu Xian, is a nutritious and delicious wild vegetable. Its harvesting season is in spring. Many people only know that Shan Ya Cai is tender and delicious, but they don't know it has many other benefits. Here, we will introduce the aliases, nutritional value, and how to make a delicious dish with Shan Ya Cai.
I. The Aliases of Shan Ya Cai - Sha Ji
Shan Ya Cai not only has the name Shan Ya Cai, but also many aliases, such as Sha Ji, Ku Cao, Ku Gu Xian, etc.
II. The Nutritional Value of Shan Ya Cai
Shan Ya Cai contains a variety of vitamins and minerals, such as: potassium, magnesium, iron, zinc, etc. In every 100 grams of Shan Ya Cai, there are 2.7 grams of protein, 0.1 grams of fat, 2.2 grams of carbohydrates, 1.2 grams of crude fiber, and also various trace elements and rich vitamins. Therefore, it is a very nutritious vegetable.
III. How to Eat Shan Ya Cai
1. Stir-fry: Stir-fry the cleaned Shan Ya Cai in a wok with oil.
2. Cold salad: Cut the Shan Ya Cai into thin strips, and mix with seasonings such as vinegar, oil, and salt.
3. Hot pot: Briefly blanch the cleaned Shan Ya Cai in a hot pot to enhance its umami flavor.
IV. The Medicinal Value of Shan Ya Cai
Shan Ya Cai can clear heat and detoxify, promote urination, and reduce swelling. It is especially suitable for people with symptoms such as liver heat, stomach heat, and constipation.
V. The Harvesting Time of Shan Ya Cai
Shan Ya Cai grows in the mountains and wild fields, and the harvesting time is generally in spring.
VI. The Harvesting Method of Shan Ya Cai
When picking Shan Ya Cai in the wild, pay attention to choosing high places without pollution. It is best to pick in the morning or evening. When picking, it is best to wear long sleeves and long pants to avoid skin irritation or insect bites.
VII. The Preservation Method of Shan Ya Cai
The picked Shan Ya Cai should not be exposed to the sun for a long time, nor should it be soaked in water for a long time. It can be wrapped in a damp towel and stored in the refrigerator.
VIII. Cooking Tips for Shan Ya Cai
When cooking Shan Ya Cai, it is best not to use an iron pot, because Shan Ya Cai contains a high amount of iron, which can easily combine with the iron in the pot, affecting the taste and nutritional value of the food.
IX. Delicious Recipe - Stir-fried Shan Ya Cai with Pork Slices
1. Marinate the pork slices with salt, starch, soy sauce, cooking wine, etc. for 10 minutes.
2. Cut the cleaned Shan Ya Cai into sections, and chop the green onions and ginger.
3. Heat the wok, add oil, and sauté the chopped green onions and ginger until fragrant.
4. Add the marinated pork slices and stir-fry until they change color.
5. Add the Shan Ya Cai and stir-fry until tender, then season with salt.
X. Medicinal Diet Recipe - Stewed Chicken with Shan Ya Cai
1. Blanch the cleaned chicken pieces (skin removed) and set aside.
2. Wash the Shan Ya Cai and remove the roots.
3. Put all the ingredients into a casserole pot, add an appropriate amount of clear water.
4. First, bring to a boil over high heat, then turn to low heat and simmer slowly for 1-2 hours.
XI. The Health Benefits of Shan Ya Cai
Shan Ya Cai helps regulate gastrointestinal function and enhances digestion. At the same time, Shan Ya Cai also has the effects of clearing heat and detoxifying, promoting urination and reducing swelling, which can relieve symptoms of liver heat and stomach heat.
XII. The Cultivation Method of Shan Ya Cai
Shan Ya Cai is relatively tolerant of barren land and prefers to grow in fertile, loose, and well-drained soil. Before sowing, the land should be prepared first, with appropriate amounts of organic fertilizer and phosphorus-potassium fertilizer applied. After sowing, the soil should be kept moist, and weeding and loosening the soil should be done in a timely manner.
XIII. The Medicinal Usage of Shan Ya Cai
Shan Ya Cai can be used alone or in combination with other medicinal herbs. For example, when used with chrysanthemum, it can treat wind-heat cold; when used with lophatherum, it can treat edema in the lower limbs; when used with dandelion, it can treat biliary diseases.
XIV. The Market Prospects of Shan Ya Cai
As people's awareness of health increases, more and more people are beginning to pursue a healthy diet, and the market prospects for Shan Ya Cai are becoming broader and broader.
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Shan Ya Cai is a nutritious and healthy wild vegetable, not only rich in nutritional value but also with many medicinal values. We should strengthen the research and promotion of Shan Ya Cai so that more people can enjoy its deliciousness and health benefits.