What is kale?

What is kale?

Cabbage is a kind of vegetable that we often eat in our daily life. It belongs to the genus Brassica of the cruciferous family. In many places, cabbage is also called cauliflower, cabbage, lotus white, etc. It is sold all the year round and is generally available in large quantities in May and June. Common producing areas include Hebei, Shandong and large areas of Northeast China.

What does kale look like

Cabbage looks like a light green leaf ball wrapped in large dark green leaves. The core part is a sphere formed by many curled leaves. When the inside is cut open, the color is light yellow or white, and they are also leaves.

How to cook cabbage

1. Stir-fry

When stir-frying cabbage, more oil is needed. First, pour a lot of oil into the pan. After the oil temperature rises, add the minced garlic and stir-fry until fragrant. Stir-fry the chopped cabbage for a few minutes and it will be done.

2. Cold salad

Among the ways of eating at home, the most common way is to mix it with cold dishes. You can first cut the cabbage into pieces and blanch it in water. After it changes color, take it out immediately, add sesame paste made with salt and water, and stir it thoroughly.

The efficacy and function of cabbage

Cabbage is very good for people with cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. It can effectively clear blood clots and protect the heart. It also has a certain clearing effect on toxins in the body and has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects.