What are the functions of fish head tofu soup?

　　Fish head and tofu soup is a "frequent customer" on every household's dining table. The soup is creamy and mellow in color, and tastes fresh and not greasy. It is loved by the elderly and children. Many people know that this soup is delicious, but they may not know its health value. What are the functions of fish head tofu soup?

What are the functions of fish head tofu soup?

　　1. Supplement high-quality protein

　　Bighead carp head and tofu are both high-quality protein sources. The protein in fish head contains essential amino acids for the human body, and tofu is an excellent carrier of plant protein. The combination of the two can achieve complementary animal and plant proteins. After the soup is simmered, the protein is partially decomposed into small molecule peptides, which are more easily absorbed and utilized by the elderly, children and post-surgery people with weak digestive functions to help the body repair.

　　2. Protect eyes and improve eyesight

　　Fish head is rich in DHA, lecithin and vitamin A. DHA is an important component of the retina and can relieve eye fatigue ； Vitamin A can prevent night blindness and improve problems such as dry eyes and blurred vision. For people who work at desks for a long time and stare at electronic screens, drinking it in moderation can provide nutritional support to the eyes.

　　3. Strengthen the spleen and stomach

　　The quality of the fish soup is warm and moist, the tofu tastes soft and tender after being stewed, and the fish head meat is delicate, all of which will not put an excessive burden on the gastrointestinal tract. Its mild nature is suitable for people with weak spleen and stomach and loss of appetite. Drinking a small amount before meals can also stimulate the appetite and promote body fluids, thus promoting subsequent eating.

What are the health tips for cooking fish head and tofu soup?

　　1. Choose the right ingredients

　　Priority is given to fresh bighead carp heads, with bright red gills and no peculiar smell.； Choose northern tofu, which has higher calcium content and is not easy to cook. Paired with 3-4 slices of ginger, it can not only remove the fishy smell, but also warm the stomach and dispel cold, balancing the coolness of the ingredients.

　　2. Pretreatment to remove fishy smell,

　　Wash the fish head, remove the gills and black membrane, marinate with cooking wine and ginger slices for 10 minutes； Put a small amount of oil in the pot, fry the fish head until both sides are golden brown, add boiling water and simmer, which can remove the fishy smell and make the soup turn milky white quickly.

　　3. Control the heat

　　Add boiled water to the fried fish head and boil it over high heat for 10 minutes. When the soup turns white, simmer over low heat for 20 minutes. Add tofu in the last 10 minutes to avoid nutrient loss caused by long cooking of tofu. Leave the pot lid uncovered throughout the process to allow some of the fishy smell to escape with the steam.

　　The health value of fish head and tofu soup lies in the reasonable combination of ingredients and scientific cooking. Only by mastering the correct method can you enjoy the delicious food while allowing the nutrients to be better utilized by the body, making it a good health food suitable for all ages.