What is broomcorn millet?

What is broomcorn millet?

Broomrape is a vegetable with oval edible stems and leaves. It belongs to the genus Kochia of the subfamily Cyclospora. Broomrape is often called ground wheat, broom seedling, iron broom, etc. in the folks. It can often be seen in spring and is usually on the market in mid-April. It is grown in most parts of my country, and common producing areas include Shandong, Hebei, Henan and other places.

What does broomrape look like?

The branches and leaves of broomrape are very luxuriant, but also very small. Its stems are very slender, and the leaves are green and spindle-shaped, about 1.5 cm in size. The whole plant is spherical and looks particularly fluffy.

How to cook broom

1. Stir-fry

When stir-frying broomrape, you can add some minced meat. Heat the pan and add cold oil to lubricate the pan. Then add onion and garlic to stir-fry the minced meat. Add the broomrape and continue stir-frying over high heat. Add a few drops of sesame oil before serving.

2. Cold salad

When making a cold dish of broomrape, you can first fry the broomrape in water, then take it out immediately after it changes color, soak it in cold water, then put it in a container and add soy sauce, vinegar, salt and other seasonings, and you will get a refreshing cold dish.

The efficacy and function of broom

Broomrape has a history of medicinal use since ancient times and has many benefits for the human body. It can replenish the vital energy, strengthen the body, clear away dampness and heat, and it also has a good effect on people suffering from carbuncle and ringworm.