The Chinese herb Zhujiecao is named because it looks like bamboo. Its rhizome is well developed and it can be grown in a variety of soils. Zhujiecao can be eaten and used as medicine, and it has excellent hemostatic and anti-inflammatory effects!
Image of Zhujiecao
【Name】
Zhujie Congee
【Preparation Method】
1. Clean the Zhujiecao and blanch it in boiling water. Remove and drain, then cut it into small pieces;
2. Heat the oil in a pan, add the Zhujiecao and stir-fry it;
3. Add an appropriate amount of salt and other seasonings, mix well, and then remove from the heat;
4. Wash the rice and add it to a pot. Cook until boiling, then add the stir-fried Zhujiecao and mix well. Simmer over low heat for half an hour, then remove from the heat.
【Nutritional Value】
1. Zhujiecao is rich in calcium, phosphorus, iron, carotene, niacin, vitamins, and other nutrients, especially in trace elements;
2. The content of potassium in Zhujiecao is much higher than other vegetables, even up to twenty times.
【Prevent Cancer with Zhujiecao】
Many foods in our diet are acidic, which increases the risk of cancer. Zhujiecao is an alkaline food and has a preventive effect against cancer.
Zhujiecao is usually harvested from June to July each year. The tender stems and leaves are selected, and the ends and middle parts are removed. Then it is blanched in boiling water to remove the bitter taste. It can be cold mixed, cooked into congee, stir-fried, or dried to make Zhujiecao jerky. It has a high nutritional value.
