Amaranth is a kind of green vegetable, belonging to Amaranthaceae, which is native to South America and widely planted all over the world. Its leaves are dark green, similar in shape to spinach, crisp and refreshing in taste, rich in nutrition and high in medicinal value. Amaranth is rich in vitamin C, vitamin A, folic acid, calcium, iron and other nutrients, and it is a very healthy vegetable.

Nutritional value of amaranth

Amaranth is a very nutritious vegetable, which contains a lot of vitamins and minerals. The content of vitamin C is 3 times higher than that of oranges, 2 times higher than that of carrots and 6 times higher than that of spinach. In addition, it also contains a lot of minerals such as calcium, iron and potassium, which can help us enhance immunity, prevent anemia and lower blood pressure.

Operation steps of amaranth

1. Buy fresh amaranth. Choose amaranth with bright colors, complete leaves and no pests and diseases.

2. Wash amaranth. Soak amaranth in clear water for 5 minutes, and then rinse it with running water.

3. cut amaranth. Cut the leaves and stems of amaranth separately, and the stems can also be cut into small pieces to facilitate cooking.

4. Cook amaranth. Amaranth can be cooked in many ways, such as frying, boiling and steaming, and can also be cooked with other ingredients to make it taste better.

Cooking method of amaranth

1. Stir-fried amaranth. Cut amaranth into small pieces, add appropriate amount of oil and fry until cooked. Add minced garlic, Jiang Mo and other seasonings to add flavor.

2. Cook amaranth. Cook amaranth in boiling water, add a little salt and chicken essence to taste.

3. Steamed amaranth. Cut amaranth into small pieces, steam it in a steamer, and add a little oyster sauce and mushroom essence to taste.