Yam and lily syrup
Yams, also known as Huaishan, are known as "Food of Immortals". Yam contains a large amount of protein, various vitamins, beneficial trace elements and carbohydrates. It can regulate the human immune system and enhance human immunity. The appearance of the yam is not astonishing. It has an earthen brown skin and a thin cylindrical shape. The meat is white and firm. When chewing, it tastes slightly sour and sticky. However,"medicine cannot judge its appearance." According to ancient records, eating more yam has the functions of "improving ears and improving eyesight" and "preventing hunger and prolonging the year", which is very beneficial to human health. It is also rumored among the people that yam has significant effects on regulating physiological abilities, weakening physique after illness, post-partum recuperation of women and strengthening children's physique, so it is called "food medicine".
- sweetening
- cook
- an hour
- ordinary
Steps for Yam and lily syrup
1
Wash dried lilies and red dates and soak for 1 hour.
2
Peel the yam and cut it into pieces.
3
Take a large bowl and soak the yam in light salt water to prevent oxidation and blackening.
4
Add enough water to the soup pot, boil it over high heat, add the yams, lilies, and red dates together, and change to medium heat.
5
Cook for 40 minutes, wait until half of the water is left, and add the rock sugar.
6
Continue to cook until the rock sugar has completely melted.Yam and lily syrup Make Tips
1. Using a metal knife to cut yams will cause oxidation, which can cause the yams to turn black, so it is best to use a bamboo knife or plastic knife when cutting yams. You can also soak the chopped yams in cold water with vinegar added or in lemonade, and then remove and decanted the water while cooking, so that the yams will not turn black even if they are not eaten immediately. 2. Effect of yam: Calm the mind and soothe the nerves, nourish the spleen and stomach, and nourish the lungs and kidneys. 3. Yams nourishing yin can help dampness, so it is not advisable for people with excessive dampness, stagnation, or real evil. It should be reminded that there are generally no obvious contraindications to eating yam, but because of its astringent effect, people who suffer from colds, dry stools, and gastrointestinal stagnation should not use it.