This fruit, which ripens in winter, is considered the 'king of phlegm clearing'. Adding it to soup makes it more delicious and good for the respiratory system in cold weather.

GĐXH – In winter, the cold and dry weather causes many people to cough, have thick phlegm and a sore throat. Among the foods that support respiratory health care, this fruit has the ability to clear phlegm, soothe the throat and warm the lungs, and can be used to make many delicious dishes.

"King of phlegm clearing" in the cold season

Olives have a slightly astringent taste when eaten, but then have a very pleasant sweet aftertaste. Winter is also the season when olives ripen. Since ancient times, they have been called the "king of expectorants". According to nutritionists, olives help to loosen phlegm, reduce coughs, and reduce the feeling of dryness and irritation in the throat.

Winter is also the season when olives ripen.

With abundant vitamins and minerals, eating olives helps supplement vitamins, minerals and good fatty acids for the body, helping to strengthen the immune system in cold weather.

You can eat 5-6 olives every day to supplement essential nutrients and help protect the respiratory tract.

How to use olives effectively

According to nutritionists at the National Institute of Nutrition, when using fresh olives, you should soak them in water first to reduce the natural bitterness. Olives can be marinated with herbs and spices such as garlic, lemon, rosemary or chili... to enhance the flavor and make them easier to eat.

Olives can be eaten as a healthy snack or combined in many dishes such as salads, sandwiches, pizzas or processed with herbs to enhance the flavor. Using this fruit to cook soup will produce a clear, sweet, and unique broth.

Olives are also a healthy snack, suitable as an alternative to fried foods that are high in energy. Combining olives with cheese, crackers or fruit in salads will make the dish more attractive while still ensuring nutrition.

Delicious dish with olives in the dry winter

In the dry winter, the body easily loses a lot of water and needs to be replenished more. One of the most suitable recipes for winter is snow pear and pork rib olive soup. This soup helps replenish water, clear the lungs, and at the same time helps reduce symptoms of cough and dry throat. Everyone can refer to it.

Ingredients for olive soup with pork ribs:

+ 15-20 fresh olives

+ 300g pork ribs

+ 1 pear

+ Low salt

How to make olive soup with pork ribs:

Step 1: Wash the olives, cut them in half or tap each olive with the back of a knife to release more flavor. Wash the pears, cut them into pieces and remove the core.

Wash the pork ribs, put them in a pot of cold water, add a little cooking wine, bring to a boil, then skim off the foam to make the broth clear and no longer smell fishy. Then, add the blanched ribs, olives and pears to the pot, add enough water, and simmer for 1 hour.

Finally, season to taste. People with cold constitution can add a few slices of ginger when cooking soup.

When the soup is done, the broth is clear, with the sweet taste of pear and the unusual sweetness of olive. This soup is better for your health when eaten hot.

Olives add a healthy touch to soup.

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