Peanut (Arachis hypogaca L) Leguminosae alias: groundnut, longevity fruit and nut are native to Brazil and Peru, so they are also called fandou. It was introduced to Fujian in the Ming Dynasty. Nature and taste: sweet and flat, entering the spleen and lungs. Functions: invigorating spleen and stomach, tonifying kidney and promoting diuresis, regulating qi and promoting lactation, and treating various blood diseases. Indications: invigorating spleen and stomach, moistening lung and resolving phlegm, nourishing and regulating qi, clearing throat and relieving cough. Indications: malnutrition, anorexia, asthenia, dry cough, scanty phlegm, hemoptysis, nosebleed, purple spots on skin, beriberi, hypogalactia, etc.
It is generally believed that peanuts are hot and easy to get angry. In fact, peanuts themselves are sweet and moist. Only in the process of frying, too much salt or other spices are added, which makes them hot and dry. Therefore, it is best to dry or dry peanuts only with small fire. If raw peanuts are braised directly, the effect will be better.