Gourd and peanut soup
Overview
Yunnan people are accustomed to calling gourd gourd. Originally it belongs to the Cucurbitaceae family, so it is correct to call it gourd. The taste of gourd is sweet, and it has the effects of clearing away heat, quenching thirst, and relieving annoyances. Peanuts have high nutritional value and are rich in fat and protein. It has been determined that the fat content in peanuts is 44%-45%, the protein content is 24-36%, and the sugar content is about 20%. And contains thiamine, riboflavin, niacin and other vitamins. It is also rich in minerals, especially amino acids necessary for the human body, which can promote the development of brain cells and enhance memory. This gourd and peanut soup not only has the aroma of peanuts, but is also full of the sweetness of gourd. It is extremely refreshing to eat.
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Ingredients
Steps
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Soak peanuts in water for two hours.
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Blend the soaked peanuts into peanut paste in a food processor.
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Peel and wash the gourd.
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Cut the washed gourd into shreds and set aside.
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Pour the beaten peanut slurry into the cooking pot, add appropriate amount of water and bring to a boil.
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When cooking peanut soup, stir constantly with a spoon to avoid burning the pot.
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After the peanut soup is boiled, add the chopped gourd shreds and cook for five minutes.
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After the gourd is cooked, season with appropriate amount of salt and serve.
