Courgette is a very healthy product that can be consumed daily. The maximum permissible portion for a healthy adult is 400-500g.
Courgette, whatever variety they are, are low-calorie vegetables, with only 24 kcal per 100 g of the product. Approximately 95% of the weight of courgette is water and fibre, which makes the vegetable simply ideal dietary dish. If consumed regularly, courgettes can help you get rid of excess weight and digestive problems.
What are the health benefits of courgettes and what properties do they have?
Courgettes are rich in vitamins and minerals that are responsible for almost all vital systems in the body, namely: B vitamins (B1, B2, B9), ascorbic acid (100 g of courgettes contain almost 17% of the recommended daily allowance), nicotinic acid, vitamins A and E, iron, magnesium, zinc and potassium. Daily consumption of courgettes gives an impulse for active work of the immune system.
How to choose and store courgettes correctly
When choosing a courgette, first of all pay attention to its density. The vegetable should be firm and smooth, without visible mechanical damage. Do not choose too large fruits, they contain large bones that will have to be removed. The stalk of the courgette should be dry, without unpleasant odour and rot.
Good courgettes can be stored both in the refrigerator and at room temperature, the main thing is not to store them too close to the radiator and avoid direct sunlight and moisture. Also do not store courgettes next to apples, as this can accelerate the spoilage of vegetables. For longer storage, varieties with dark, thick rinds are better suited.
Method of preparation
Use fresh spices and quality curry paste to achieve a bright and rich flavor
Frying the onions and spices
Take all the ingredients for courgette pasta with cheese and garlic. Remove the skin from the courgette, peel the garlic.
Adding the curry paste
Using a vegetable peeler or a special grater, cut or grate the courgette into long thin noodles. Grate the cheese on a coarse grater. Finely mince the garlic.
Preparing the chicken
In a frying pan over medium heat, heat the vegetable oil and put the chopped garlic. Fry the garlic for about 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
Adding the coconut milk
Then put in the courgette paste and stir fry for 3-4 minutes, stirring with a sp
Salt and season
Add salt, nutmeg and Italian herbs. Stir. Add the cheese and fry for about 3 more minutes, stirring constantly.
Serving with rice
Ready courgette pasta with cheese and garlic, put into serving plates, if desired, you can sprinkle with any chopped herbs, and immediately serve to the table. Bon appetit!
The benefits of garlic, which is included in the dish, for the cardiovascular system
Studies show that garlic can help reduce the ‘sticking’ of platelets - cells involved in blood clotting - and their accumulation on arterial walls. This means that garlic may act as an anticoagulant, thereby reducing the risks of cardiovascular disease.
The vegetable also contains allicin, a sulphur-containing compound that gives garlic its pungent smell and characteristic flavour. The substance is ‘activated’ by mechanical action on the product. This means that you will get the benefits of allicin by crushing or thoroughly chewing garlic.
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