Two cheap vegetables stir-fried together are good for the liver and kidneys.

Rustic dishes with high nutritional value

Stir-fried bean sprouts with chives is a rustic and easy-to-make dish in Vietnamese meals. The crunchy and sweet taste of bean sprouts combined with the slightly spicy scent of chives creates a simple yet attractive flavor. In particular, according to both Eastern and modern medicine, this dish also brings many significant nutritional values.

According to Oriental medicine, chives are warm and spicy, have the effect of warming the middle, replenishing qi, warming the liver and kidneys, reducing inflammation and aiding digestion. Folklore considers chives as “men’s vegetable” because of its ability to support yang and increase vitality.

Meanwhile, bean sprouts are considered a cooling food, helping to clear heat, detoxify, clear the intestines and reduce blood fat. These two vegetables, when combined, create a harmonious dish that helps balance yin and yang while also being nutritious.

Hai loại rau giá rẻ xào với nhau vừa bổ gan, vừa tốt cho thận - 1 — Stir-fried bean sprouts with chives is a rustic dish that brings many health benefits (Photo: Getty).

Modern scientific research has also proven the many effects of these two foods.

A study published in the journal Nutrients showed that flavonoids in green beans, especially vitexin and isovitexin, have the ability to protect liver cells, reduce liver enzymes ALT and AST, and enhance the activity of antioxidant enzymes.

Tests in mice showed that green bean extract improved inflammation and reduced liver damage caused by a high-fat diet.

Mung bean sprouts are also a rich source of plant protein, fiber, potassium and folate.

These substances help stabilize blood pressure, improve heart health and reduce bad cholesterol.

A study by the University of São Paulo (Brazil) noted that people who used protein extracted from green beans for 6 weeks had significantly improved blood vessel function and reduced signs of inflammation.

As for chives, studies on ScienceDirect show that this vegetable contains many natural sulfur compounds that have antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects and support the liver in the detoxification process.

In addition, chives extract also helps regulate blood sugar and has the ability to protect the liver in animal models. Thanks to that, chives are considered a vegetable that not only helps warm the body but also has the effect of enhancing metabolism and improving blood circulation.

How to make stir-fried bean sprouts with chives

Preparation: 500g bean sprouts, 200g young chives, a few slices of ginger, salt, cooking oil and a little cooking wine.

Making:

- Wash chives, cut into 4-5cm long pieces, drain.

- Wash bean sprouts gently and drain.

- Place the pan on the stove, add cooking oil and ginger and sauté until fragrant; add bean sprouts and stir quickly for about 1 to 2 minutes. When the sprouts are just cooked, add chives and stir-fry for about 30 seconds, season with salt and turn off the stove. You can add a little sesame oil to make the dish shinier and more fragrant.

- Stir-fried bean sprouts with chives should be stir-fried over high heat to retain the crispiness of the sprouts and the characteristic chive aroma. This dish goes well with white rice or braised fish or fried tofu.

Notes when using

Bean sprouts are cool, chives are warm, so people with stomach pain, bloating or indigestion should not eat too much. When preparing, do not stir-fry for too long to avoid losing vitamin C and natural antioxidants.

Although it is a simple dish, stir-fried bean sprouts with chives contain many nutritional values. Between meals with a lot of meat and fish, a plate of light stir-fried vegetables not only helps change the taste but is also a natural way to protect the liver, support the cardiovascular system and help the body become healthier every day.

Source: https://dantri.com.vn/suc-khoe/hai-loai-rau-gia-re-xao-voi-nhau-vua-bo-gan-vua-tot-cho-than-20251017143152251.htm