How to dry and eat gardenia flowers

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1. Sun-drying method of gardenia flowers

2. How to consume gardenias

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Cut the buds that are not fully open or the flowers that have just opened, remove the peduncles and calyx, place the corolla downward, spread it into a thin layer, and then dry it in an oven or bake it over a slow fire. The dried gardenia flowers can be used to make tea, just brew it with 95-degree hot water. Or you can also stir-fry it. Add an appropriate amount of leeks when stir-frying, which not only tastes good, but also has high nutritional value.

1. Sun-drying method of gardenia flowers

1. How to dry gardenias

If you want to eat gardenias, you should choose buds that are not fully opened or flowers that have just bloomed. Such gardenias have higher edible value. When picking, cut off the base of the flower, then cut off its pedicel and calyx. Also turn the corolla downward, spread it into a thin layer, and then dry it in an oven or bake it over a slow fire. Be careful not to expose it to the sun, otherwise it will affect the eating effect and taste.

< h2>2. How to consume gardenias

1. Make tea and drink: Dried gardenias can be used to make tea and drink, which is also the most commonly used method of consumption. First take out two or three gardenias and put them in a teacup. Prepare 95 degree hot water and pour it directly into the teacup for brewing. After pouring the hot water, it is best to simmer for 3 minutes, so that the gardenias can be more effective. Great effect, allowing its essence to blend into the water. Gardenia has a strong fragrance, so you can brew it several times and wait until the fragrance dissipates before pouring it out.

2. Stir-fry and eat: Dried gardenia flowers can also be used for stir-fry, which not only tastes good, but also has high nutritional value. First clean the dried gardenias and prepare an appropriate amount of leeks. Heat oil in a pan and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, then add the gardenia flowers and stir-fry quickly. Stir-fry the leeks until soft, stir-fry a few times, add salt and chicken essence to taste, and serve.

2. How to consume gardenias

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