Jingjiang Fragrant Sand Taro [Jiangsu Jingjiang Specialty]

What is Jingjiang Xiangsha taro? Authentic Jingjiang specialty: Jingjiang fragrant sand taro

Content summary:Do you want to know what Jingjiang fragrant sand taro is? This article is a detailed introduction to the special product of Jingjiang in Jiangsu Province - Jingjiang Fragrant Sand Taro. It was compiled and edited by the editorial team of China Specialty Network after reviewing and collecting relevant information on Jingjiang Fragrant Sand Taro. The full text takes about 3 minutes to read, mainly including the basic introduction of Jingjiang Fragrant Sand Taro and its nutritional value? What are the product characteristics of Jingjiang Xiangsha taro? Tasting and eating methods of Jingjiang fragrant sand taro, etc

Basic introduction of Jingjiang fragrant sand taro

Jingjiang fragrant sand taro is a specialty of Jingjiang City, Jiangsu Province, and a geographical indication agricultural product in China. Jingjiang City is the main production area of Xiangsha taro, with a long planting history and rich planting experience. Xiangsha taro varieties have strong resistance to diseases and pests, and rarely use pesticides for prevention and control. The product is rich in nutrients, delicate in taste, and has a unique aroma. It is known as the "taro millet" and is highly favored by consumers

Xiangsha taro has high nutritional value, with a starch content of up to 70% in its tubers. It can be used as both a grain and a vegetable, making it a nourishing food suitable for both young and old. It is a treasure for autumn vegetarian food. Xiangsha taro is also rich in various components such as protein, calcium, phosphorus, iron, potassium, magnesium, sodium, carotene, niacin, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, saponin, etc. Traditional Chinese Medicine believes that Xiangsha taro has a sweet, pungent, and flat nature. When it enters the intestines and stomach, it has the effects of benefiting the stomach, widening the intestines, promoting bowel movements, dispersing lumps, nourishing the liver and kidneys, and nourishing the marrow. What are the product characteristics of Jingjiang Xiangsha taro, which has a certain effect on assisting in the treatment of dry stools, thyroid enlargement, scrofula, mastitis, insect bites, bee stings, intestinal worms, acute arthritis and other diseases

Tasting and eating methods of Jingjiang fragrant sand taro

There are many ways to eat fragrant sand taro, including boiling, steaming, simmering, grilling, burning, stir frying, and stewing. The most common method is to cook or steam the taro and dip it in sugar before eating; Braised meat or diced fragrant taro, mixed with corn and cooked Congee. It should be noted that Xiangsha taro contains a high amount of starch and should not be eaten too much at once. Eating too much can cause stagnation of qi, and raw food can be slightly toxic