False Ginseng, also known as Chinese False Ginseng or Chinese Wild Ginseng, is found in various regions south of the Yangtze River. It is mostly cultivated for ornamental purposes, as well as for its nutritional and medicinal value. The roots of False Ginseng have the function of nourishing and strengthening the body. The rhizomes can be eaten and cooked in stir-fries or soups.
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Value of Consuming False Ginseng
False Ginseng (Chinese Wild Ginseng) contains rich nutrients such as protein, fat, calcium, and vitamins;
Per 100 grams of edible portion, it contains 1.56 grams of protein, 0.18 grams of fat, 0.06 grams of total acid, 0.66 grams of crude fiber, 6.2 grams of dry matter, 0.44 grams of reducing sugar, 11.6 grams of vitamin C, 1.33 grams of total amino acids, 28.4 milligrams of iron, 57.17 milligrams of calcium, and 3.19 milligrams of zinc.
The tender stems and leaves of False Ginseng (Chinese Wild Ginseng) have a crisp and smooth texture and are delicious when stir-fried or used in soups.
The fleshy roots can be used in cold dishes and are suitable for stewing with meat, making it a versatile ingredient for both cuisine and traditional Chinese medicine.
Health Benefits: It has the effect of clearing heat and detoxifying the body, and it also has certain therapeutic effects on Qi deficiency, spleen deficiency with diarrhea, dry cough due to lung dryness, and neurasthenia.
Sliced False Ginseng (Chinese Wild Ginseng) can be used as a tea infusion to enhance overall health and relieve coughs.
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Recommended False Ginseng Recipes
The tender stems and leaves of False Ginseng are continuously growing and can be used as a vegetable in hotels and restaurants.
[False Ginseng with Oyster Sauce and Ginger]
250 grams of False Ginseng, boil in boiling water for 3 minutes, then rinse with cold water. Heat oil in a wok, add ginger and stir-fry for half a minute, then add False Ginseng and stir-fry. Add oyster sauce and season to taste.
[False Ginseng with Ginger and Garlic]
Blanch the tender stems and leaves of False Ginseng in boiling water for a moment, then rinse with cold water. Heat oil in a wok, add minced garlic and ginger, then add False Ginseng and stir-fry. Season to taste.
[False Ginseng and Pork Rib Soup]
Cook pork ribs until done, then add False Ginseng and season to taste.
[Cold Salad with False Ginseng Root]
Peel the fleshy root and tear it into shreds. Add a little vinegar, white sugar, sesame seeds, salt, and chili shreds according to personal taste. Mix well and season to taste.
[False Ginseng Root Stewed with Pork Ribs]
Cut the fleshy root into pieces and add it to pork ribs with a suitable amount of goji berries. Stew with water until cooked, then season to taste.
