Many people know about the lactation effect of grass carp. Can pregnant women eat it to eliminate edema during pregnancy? Today, I would like to recommend the "Grass Carp and Winter Melon Soup". It not only improves the immune system of expectant mothers but also aids in the development of the baby's brain.
【Name】
Grass Carp and Winter Melon Soup
【Ingredients】
250g grass carp, 500g winter melon, ginger, scallion, vinegar, salt
【Steps】
1. Clean the grass carp and make shallow cuts on its back. Cut the ginger into small pieces and the scallion into segments. Slice the winter melon.
2. Heat oil in a pot and add a pinch of salt and ginger slices to stir-fry. Add the grass carp and fry it on both sides. Add vinegar.
3. Add enough water to cover the fish (I used cold water) and then add the winter melon slices. Cover the pot and simmer.
4. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to medium-low heat and cook until the fish is cooked and the soup turns white. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper, and garnish with scallion (the transparent appearance of the winter melon indicates that it is cooked).
【Tips】
After frying the grass carp, the resulting soup is rich and fragrant, and the nutrients in the fish are more easily absorbed by expectant mothers. So don't skip this step! Also, if possible, using freshly caught wild grass carp will enhance the flavor and nutritional value!
【Nutritional Value of Grass Carp and Winter Melon Soup】
Grass Carp and Winter Melon Soup is rich in nutritional value. It contains 13g of protein and 11g of fat per 100g of meat, as well as a large amount of calcium, phosphorus, iron, and other minerals. The protein it contains is of good quality, with a wide variety of amino acids, and is easy to digest and absorb. It contains a small amount of fat, mostly composed of unsaturated fatty acids. Compared with other soups, Grass Carp and Winter Melon Soup has a higher sugar content, mostly composed of polysaccharides.
Grass Carp and Winter Melon Soup also has high medicinal value. It has a mild and sweet taste and enters the stomach and kidneys. It has the effects of tonifying the middle, eliminating emaciation, warming the stomach, and invigorating the Qi.
【Can Pregnant Women Drink Grass Carp and Winter Melon Soup?】
Grass Carp and Winter Melon Soup contains omega-3 fatty acids, and drinking it during pregnancy can reduce the incidence of antenatal depression. It also contains abundant vitamins and high-quality protein, which can moisturize the skin and maintain a good complexion for expectant mothers.
Drinking Grass Carp and Winter Melon Soup, especially the one made with wild grass carp, during the middle and late stages of pregnancy can help promote postpartum milk secretion and improve blood circulation, relieving problems such as varicose veins.
Grass Carp and Winter Melon Soup is rich in high-quality protein, various vitamins, and minerals. It has a high content of unsaturated fatty acids. Drinking Grass Carp and Winter Melon Soup during pregnancy can not only enhance the physique of the fetus to prevent premature birth but also aid in the development of the baby's brain cells.
Consuming Grass Carp and Winter Melon Soup is very beneficial for our body and has no side effects. Therefore, pregnant women can safely consume it!
