Traditional Chinese medicine is an important part of traditional medicine in China. Goosefoot board, as a relatively rare form of Chinese medicine, is not widely used and can only be used to treat a few corresponding diseases. Let's learn about the efficacy and functions of goosefoot board!
【Characteristics of Goosefoot Board】
Goosefoot board is irregular in shape, with roots, stems, leaves, flowers, and fruits mixed together. The roots are cylindrical with white soft hairs on the surface.
The stems are cylindrical, with a diameter of 1-6mm; the surface is yellowish-green or brownish-yellow, some with several longitudinal ridges and nodes; the texture is brittle, easy to break, and the cross-section is white or hollow.
The leaves are wrinkled and broken, and when flattened, they are feather-like with ovate central lobes and gradually pointed tips. The lateral lobes have inclined bases and rounded serrations on the edges.
The compound umbels are terminal, white, and sometimes spherical or ovate double achenes can be seen. It has a fragrant smell and a slightly pungent and bitter taste.
【Efficacy and Functions of Goosefoot Board】
Goosefoot board has the effects of dispersing cold and resolving masses, dispelling blood stasis, and reducing swelling. It is mainly used to treat colds, dysentery, childhood malnutrition, and skin itching.
1. "Emei Medicinal Plants": Grind and apply to the wrists to treat malaria.
2. "Fujian Chinese Herbal Medicine": Strengthen the stomach and dissolve accumulations. Used to treat childhood malnutrition.
3. "Guangxi Medicinal Plant Directory": Clear heat and relieve fever. Used to treat bruises and scabies.
4. "Selected Chinese Herbal Medicines from Shaanxi, Gansu, Ningxia, and Qinghai": Expel wind and dispel cold. Used to treat colds caused by wind and cold.
【Recipe for Cold Tossed Goosefoot Board】
Ingredients: Goosefoot board (also known as watercress) a suitable amount, chili oil, minced garlic, peppercorn oil, sesame oil, salt, vinegar, sesame, soy sauce (I don't use MSG or chicken essence for wild vegetables) a suitable amount.
Method: 1. Clean the goosefoot board and bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the vegetables without covering the pot, otherwise the wild vegetables will change color. After about two minutes, use your fingers to pinch off the stems of the vegetables. If you can pinch them off easily, they are cooked. Of course, the desired softness can be adjusted according to personal preference;
2. Blanch the vegetables in cold water, squeeze out the excess water, and sprinkle with some salt to prevent discoloration;
3. Mix the prepared seasonings and vegetables together.
