Fresh Chives 30g

Fresh Chives

Chives, botanically known as Allium schoenoprasum, is an aromatic plantwhich is part of the Liliaceae family, the same as onion, garlic, leek and shallot.

Like the other most used variants, chives also have a decidedly particular taste and not always appreciated even if it is lighter and more delicate than that of garlic or onion.

What can be done with chives?

The chive it is used fresh and must be chopped, or rather shredded with scissors, only at the last moment so as not to lose the aroma. Ideal for flavoring salads, soups, meat and fish dishes, it is also excellent for flavoring butter and sauces.

Chives property.

Inside it stands out the presence of vitamins, especially C and group B, as well as mineral salts including calcium, magnesium, iron and fiber useful for the well-being of the intestine.

This herb also has natural laxative qualities and is considered useful for keeping the kidneys in good health, given its purifying and diuretic properties. Also beneficial for the heart, chives have cardiotonic properties, stimulate blood circulation and for this reason it would also seem to have aphrodisiac qualities.

It is also an excellent plant to stimulate the production of gastric juices and therefore the appetite in those who are scarce.

Among its active ingredients there is also glycolic acid, flavonoids and other substances with antioxidant power.

Recipe Idea:

SPAGHETTI WITH CHION

A simple sautéed oil and chives will give you a very good pasta

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