Yam is rich in nutrients and has long been regarded as a good and cheap tonic. It can be used as a staple food, a vegetable, and can also be dipped in sugar to make snacks. How to make "Yam Stir-Fried with Black Fungus and Green Asparagus"?
[Name]
Yam Stir-Fried with Black Fungus and Green Asparagus
[Method]
1. Peel the yam and slice it. Soak the slices in water with a few drops of white vinegar for a while, then blanch them quickly in boiling water with a little salt. Remove and drain.
2. Soak the black fungus in warm water with a little salt and cornstarch until it expands. Then remove the root and tear it into small pieces. Blanch it quickly in boiling water as well.
3. Peel and slice the green asparagus. Wash and slice the red pepper.
4. Heat oil in a pan, stir-fry the scallions until fragrant, then add the green asparagus, red pepper, and black fungus. Stir-fry for a moment, and you can add a little water during this process.
5. Add the yam slices and stir-fry quickly. Season with chicken essence, salt, sugar, vinegar, and sesame oil. Stir-fry evenly and turn off the heat.
[Nutritional Value]
Yam, also known as Chinese yam, existed before the emergence of humans, evolved from a very ancient flowering plant.
The calorie and carbohydrate content of yam is only about half of that of sweet potatoes, and it does not contain fat. The protein content is higher than that of sweet potatoes.
The main component of yam is starch, and part of it can be converted into starch breakdown product dextrin. Dextrin can help digestion, so yam is a tuber food that can be eaten raw.
