Spinach is an annual herbaceous plant native to Iran. It is now widely cultivated in China and is one of the most common vegetables. Spinach is known as a “nutritional all-rounder,” rich in carotenoids, vitamin C, vitamin K, minerals (calcium, iron, etc.), coenzyme Q10, and other nutrients. There are many ways to prepare spinach, such as in soups, stir-fries, stews, and more.
How to Make Spinach and Egg Soup
【Ingredients for Spinach and Egg Soup】
Spinach, eggs, salt, monosodium glutamate (MSG), white pepper powder, sesame oil, green onions
【Steps for Spinach and Egg Soup】
1. Clean the spinach thoroughly, then blanch it in boiling water. Remove and rinse with cold water before squeezing out excess moisture.
2. Cut the spinach into pieces about one centimeter long.
3. In a soup pot, bring water to a boil and add the spinach.
4. Once boiling again, turn down the heat and gently pour in the beaten egg while stirring continuously.
5. Immediately after adding the egg, turn off the heat and add salt, white pepper powder, MSG, and a little sesame oil. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve.
How to Cook Stir-Fried Spinach and Eggs
【Ingredients for Stir-Fried Spinach and Eggs】
Spinach, eggs, garlic, salt, cooking oil
【Steps for Stir-Fried Spinach and Eggs】
1. Remove the roots from the spinach, clean it thoroughly, and cut it into large pieces.
2. Peel garlic cloves and slice them thinly; beat the eggs and set aside.
3. Heat oil in a wok until it's about 70% hot, then add the beaten eggs and stir gently to form scrambled eggs.
4. Clean the wok, add some oil and heat it up. Add the sliced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
5. Add the spinach stems first, stir-fry for a few moments, then add the leaves and stir-fry until evenly cooked.
6. Finally, add the pre-cooked scrambled eggs and season with salt before serving.
How to Make Cold-Dressed Spinach
【Ingredients for Cold-Dressed Spinach】
Spinach, minced garlic, Sichuan pepper oil, sesame oil, chili oil, salt, MSG, sugar, vinegar
【Steps for Cold-Dressed Spinach】
1. Remove the roots from the spinach, clean it with salted water, cut it into sections, and set aside.
2. Bring water to a boil in a pot and blanch the spinach briefly.
3. After blanching, remove the spinach and rinse it with cold water. Drain thoroughly.
4. Mix minced garlic, Sichuan pepper oil, sesame oil, chili oil, salt, MSG, sugar, and vinegar to make a dressing. Toss the spinach with the dressing and serve.
How to Make Spicy Vinegar Spinach
【Ingredients for Spicy Vinegar Spinach】
Spinach, tofu skin, carrot, soy sauce, salt, MSG, vinegar, Sichuan pepper, dried chili peppers
【Steps for Spicy Vinegar Spinach】
1. Clean the spinach, cut it into sections, and set aside.
2. Clean the tofu skin and carrot, then cut them into thin strips.
3. Boil a pot of water and blanch the tofu skin, carrot, and spinach.
4. After blanching, rinse with cold water and drain. Place them in a bowl and top with a few dried chili peppers.
5. Heat oil in a pan and fry Sichuan pepper until fragrant. Pour in some vinegar while the pan is still hot. Add salt and MSG, and a tablespoon of soy sauce. Toss everything together and serve.