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CHIVE
CHIVE
HEALTH BENEFICTS
Chives, also known as chives or chives, scientific name Alliun choenoprasum, is a herb belonging to the Aliaceae family. This plant that blooms all year round has a mild onion flavor, but at the same time with a touch of garlic, the part that is most often eaten are the long stems that are cut into small pieces and added to various recipes such as soups. , sauces and salads as mentioned by the Tuberculos.org site.
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This food is related to bone health and sleep cycles, as various investigations have linked some substances contained in chives with improved sleep and bone health, these studies have also shown that eating it regularly produces anticancer effects.
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Chives are rich in vitamin K, C, and vitamin A, as well as calcium and potassium, which bring various benefits to health, since consuming this vegetable on a regular basis could help maintain the health of your eyesight, since it contains lutein and Zeaxanthin that accumulate in the retina of the eye help prevent macular degeneration.
NUTRITIONAL TABLE
FORMS OF CONSUMPTION
Chive is an aromatic herb that can be consumed in several ways:
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In salads: Chives can be finely chopped and added to salads for a touch of flavor and aroma.
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As a dressing: Chives can be finely chopped and mixed with oil, vinegar, and spices to make a salad or vegetable dressing.
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In soups and stews: Chives can be chopped and added to soups and stews for a fresh, slightly spicy flavor.
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In cheeses: Chives can be chopped and mixed with cream or soft cheese to make a spread or filling.
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In omelettes: Chives can be finely chopped and added to omelettes for a fresh, slightly spicy flavor.
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In sandwiches: Chives can be finely chopped and added to sandwiches for a fresh, slightly spicy flavor.
RECIPES
Chicken with Chives
Ingredients
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4 chicken breasts
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2 cups of fresh chives, finely chopped
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1/4 cup of flour
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1/2 cup of breadcrumbs
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1 egg
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2 tablespoons of olive oil
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Salt and pepper to taste
Preheat the oven to 200°C.
In a small bowl, beat the egg and in another bowl mix the flour with the breadcrumbs.
Dip the chicken breasts first in the egg mixture and then in the flour and breadcrumb mixture.
Heat the olive oil in a skillet and sear the chicken breasts until golden brown and cooked through, about 10 minutes per side.
Arrange the chicken breasts on a baking sheet and sprinkle the chopped fresh chives on top.
Bake for another 10 minutes until fully cooked.
Serve hot with salt and pepper to taste.
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Turkey Stuffed with Chives and Oranges
Ingredients
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1 turkey of 2 kg
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2 oranges
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1 cup of chopped chives
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1/2 cup of breadcrumbs
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2 eggs
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Olive oil
Preheat the oven to 180°C.
In a bowl, mix the chopped chives, breadcrumbs, eggs, orange juice, salt and pepper.
Stuff the turkey with the mixture of chives and oranges.
Close the turkey with kitchen threads or with skewers.
Place the turkey in a baking dish and drizzle with olive oil.
Bake for 2-2.5 hours, until turkey is golden brown and cooked through.
Let rest for 10 minutes before cutting and serving.
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Grilled Pork with Chives and Soy
Ingredients
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4 pork loins
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1/2 cup of chopped chives
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2 tablespoons of soy sauce
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2 tablespoons of honey
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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Salt and pepper to taste
Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
Mix the chopped chives, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
Brush the pork loins with the chive and soy mixture.
Place the pork loins on the grill and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through.
Serve hot with a little more chopped chives on top.
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Beef Tenderloin with Chives and Red Wine
Baked Fish with Chives and Lemon
Ingredients
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4 beef tenderloins
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1 cup of red wine
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1/2 cup of chopped chives
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Olive oil
Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat.
Sprinkle the beef tenderloins with salt and pepper.
Heat a little olive oil in the pan and add the beef tenderloins.
Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through.
Remove the tenderloins from the pan and place them on a hot plate.
In the same pan, add the red wine, the chopped chives and the minced garlic.
Cook for 2-3 minutes, until the sauce has reduced.
Pour the sauce over the beef tenderloins and serve hot.
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Ingredients
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4 fish fillets (tilapia, sole, etc.)
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2 lemons
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1/2 cup of chopped chives
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Olive oil
Preheat the oven to 200°C.
Place the fish fillets in a baking dish.
Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Cut the lemons into slices and place them on the fish fillets.
Mix the chopped chives and minced garlic with a little olive oil and pour over the fish fillets.
Bake for 10-15 minutes, until the fish is cooked through and golden.
Serve hot with a little more chopped chives on top.
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Rice Salad with Chives and Avocado
Ingredients
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1 cup of rice
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2 ripe avocados
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1 cup of chopped fresh chives
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1 lemon
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1/4 cup of olive oil
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Salt and pepper to taste
Cook the rice following the package instructions. Let it cool.
Cut the avocados into small cubes and mix with the rice.
Add the chopped chives, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
Serve the fresh salad and enjoy.
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Vegetable Cakes with Chives
Ingredients
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1 cup of flour
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1/2 teaspoon of baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 cup of lukewarm water
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1/2 cup chopped fresh chives
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2 grated carrots
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1 grated zucchini
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Olive oil for frying
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Add the warm water and mix until the mixture is smooth.
Add the grated chives, carrots, and zucchini and mix well.
Heat some olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
With a tablespoon of the mixture, form cakes and fry until golden brown on both sides.
Serve hot and enjoy.
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