Amaranth is also rich in calcium and iron. The calcium content is comparable to that of milk. It helps in growth and development and prevents osteoporosis. It is suitable for children and the elderly. In addition, the iron content of amaranth is higher than that of pig liver, and it is also effective in nourishing blood.
According to the Food and Drug Administration's Food Nutrients Database, white amaranth contains 146 mg of calcium and 4.6 mg of iron per 100 grams, while red amaranth is richer in minerals. , the calcium content is 218 mg, and the iron content is 11.8 mg.
Amaranth also has a lot of dietary fiber, which is very helpful for gastrointestinal motility, and can also reduce lipid absorption. After cooking, the taste is soft and tender, and it is very satiety after eating. It has many benefits for weight loss.
300 grams of amaranth, 3 preserved eggs, 2 cloves of garlic, appropriate amount of salt, a little sugar, and appropriate amount of oil.
❶ Amaranth is cut into small pieces, preserved egg is cut into small pieces, and garlic is minced ❷Heat oil, saute minced garlic until fragrant. ❸Add amaranth, salt, sugar and a little water, cover the pot and let the vegetables soften and stir well. ❹Add in the preserved egg, stir fry until the egg yolk solidifies.
◎ This article is excerpted from / "Shu Shi Vegetable House: Using Vegetable Food Multiplication to Make Vegetables, Fruits, Meat, Eggs, and Seafood All Good Friends" by Yang Qing ◎ Image source / Hiking Culture‧Dazhi Image / shutterstock provides
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