Original steamed okra

Overview

(1) Effects of okra [nature and flavor] light; cold. 【Return through】Returns to the kidney and bladder meridians. [Functions and Indications] Soothing the throat, relieving stranguria, lowering the breasts, and regulating menstruation. Mainly symptoms include swelling and pain in the throat, stringy urine, sparse postpartum milk, and irregular menstruation. (2) The functions of okra are to aid digestion and protect the stomach. The viscous substance of okra can promote gastrointestinal motility, which is beneficial to digestion and stomach. Lower blood lipids. The viscous substance of okra contains 50% soluble fiber, which can effectively reduce serum cholesterol and prevent cardiovascular disease. Hypoxia resistant. It can improve the ability to tolerate hypoxia. Protect the liver. The pectin and polysaccharides of okra have liver-protecting effects and prevent and treat constipation. Prevent bowel cancer. The viscous substance of okra contains 50% cellulose, which is beneficial to laxative, detoxification and cancer prevention.

Tags

• hot dishes
• home cooking
• garlic
• okra
• sugar
• vinegar
• sesame oil
• soy sauce

Ingredients

Steps

1. 1 Soak the okra and wash away the fluff on the surface.

   

2. 2 Cut the okra into sections and place on a plate, peel the garlic and set aside.

   

3. 3 After the water in the pot boils, add the okra and steam it for about 4 minutes. If you like it crispy, 4 minutes is just right. If you like it softer, you can steam it for a little longer.

   

4. 4 While steaming the okra, make the dipping sauce: Use a garlic press to press the garlic into minced garlic, add a small spoonful of soy sauce, a little sugar, vinegar and sesame oil, and stir evenly.

   

5. 5 Authentic okra, paired with garlicky and delicious dipping sauce, is extremely nutritious and delicious, and a fairy-like life can only be like this.