Used to often think aboutWinter MelonWhy is it called winter melon, and it is mainly produced in summer? Later, I found out that it was because winter melon has a layer of white powdery substance on its surface after ripening, similar to winter frost, so it was called winter melon.Winter melon has a high water content, making it suitable for stewing and stir-frying.

How to stir-fry winter melon

IngredientsPreparation

Winter melon 400g,Ginger3g, salt 4g, green onions 5g, 30ml of water.

Method steps

1. Peel and wash the winter melon, cut into slices, chop green onions and ginger for later use;

2. Heat a small amount of oil in a pan, stir-fry the chopped green onions and ginger, then add the winter melon slices;

3. Stir-fry until the winter melon is softened, then add water and the remaining chopped green onions and ginger;

4. Stir-fry evenly, cook for 2 minutes, and then remove from heat.

How to stir-fry winter melon with dried shrimp

Ingredients

Winter melon 1, dried shrimp as needed,Sichuan peppercorns10, ginger 3 slices,Light soy sauce,salt,peanuts,1 tablespoon of oil.

Method steps

1. Wash and cut the winter melon into pieces, slice the ginger;

2. Heat oil in a pot, add Sichuan peppercorns and stir-fry until fragrant, then add dried shrimp and stir-fry;

3. Add a small amount of water, add the cut winter melon and stir-fry evenly;

4. After the winter melon is cooked, add a small amount of salt and light soy sauce, stir-fry evenly, and then remove from heat.

Tips

Dried shrimp are quite flavorful and have a certain salty taste, so add less salt.

How to make simple stir-fried winter melon

Ingredients

Winter melon 500g, salt as needed,MSG,a small amount, green onions as needed,red bell pepper,a small amount, appropriate amount of oil.

Method steps

1. Peel and wash the winter melon, cut into slices, chop red bell pepper and green onions;

2. Heat a pot, add a small amount of oil, then add the winter melon and stir-fry;

3. After changing color, add salt,chicken powder,stir-fry, then add light soy sauce,fermented bean curd,stir-fry;

4. Stir-fry evenly and sprinkle with chopped red bell pepper and green onions.

Effects and benefits of stir-fried winter melon

Winter melon has a slimming and fat-reducing effect, can lower cholesterol andblood lipids,etc. Also, winter melon can protect the kidneys, regulate the immune system, and has the effects of clearing heat and reducing swelling.Of course, winter melon can also moisturize and beautify the skin, and inhibit the deposition of melanin.