Ginger has long been known for its beneficial and healing properties. But only its root is used in food, which can be bought in the spice department in powder form. Still, it is better to use fresh root, as the powder has a sharper taste. Ginger root contains a large amount of amino acids and essential oils that humans need. It is rich in potassium, iron, sodium, phosphorus, magnesium and calcium salts, vitamins A, B1, B2, C.
It is necessary
- - ginger root;
- - lemon,
- - honey;
- - 2 liters of water;
- - 2 cloves of garlic.
Instructions
Step 1
Ginger is used in cooking, it has a pleasant taste and special aroma, and is quite a valuable spice in cooking. It imparts a delicate flavor to broths, vegetable soups and cereals. It is used to season homemade sausages and pates. Ginger root enhances the flavor of roasted beef, veal, chicken, duck, pork and turkey. It is also used when preparing compotes for the winter. Candied ginger root is used to make candied fruits, candies, marmalades and preserves. Add 0, 2-0, 5 g of fresh ginger to meat and fish dishes 15 minutes before the end of cooking. In compotes and other sweet dishes - 0.3 g of ginger per serving 3-5 minutes before the end of cooking. In the dough - 1 g of ginger root per kilogram of dough.
Step 2
For a general strengthening effect, especially during and after colds, it is recommended to drink ginger tea. Take ginger root, wash and peel a small piece. Rub it on a fine grater to make about two tablespoons. Place the grated ginger in a 1 quart jar and add 50 ml of freshly squeezed lemon juice and some honey (to taste). Pour boiling water over everything and cover, leave to infuse for an hour. After tasting ginger tea, you will experience several flavors at once - spicy, sweet and sour. This tea will speed up the processes in the body and invigorate you.
Step 3
Any product prepared on the basis of ginger root accelerates metabolic processes in the body, removing excess water and toxins. It also acts in the best way on the digestive system, removes cholesterol from the body and has a mild laxative effect, which is undoubtedly very valuable for people who want to lose weight. To do this, you can prepare a special ginger tea with garlic. Wash the ginger root, peel and cut into thin slices. Peel the garlic and cut into thin slices. Place the chopped ginger and garlic in a thermos, pour in two liters of boiling water, close the lid and leave to infuse for one hour. After that, strain the prepared tea and pour it back into a thermos. Drink tea in small cups throughout the day.
