Everyone has tried hazelnuts, almonds, anacardos or nuts at least once in their lives. But the beech nuts only hear the natives of the coastal or mountainous regions. There are legends about the properties of fruit and its magical effect. In the Crimean Peninsula, for example, there is the myth of a crazy woman who was stunned by a drink made with Chinarik and attacked those who entered the mountains.
What is Chinari’s nut and where it grows
Not many people know that Hague seeds are edible; Moreover, nuts are considered. They are called equally regardless of where or how they grow up: Chini. They have the shape of small trihedral acorns (from 1 to 3 centimeters) in a spiny peel, which collect 4 grains each.
Inside, the seeds are light, fragrant and sweet. Its flavor is comparable to that of hazelnuts, pacanas and nuts. It is the favorite treat of the inhabitants of the forests: squirrels, wild boars, deer, birds and small rodents.
Haya likes temperate climates, but grows worldwide. It is usually found in Central Europe, Asia and North America. The highest family members reach 30-40 meters high. They are distinguished by their oval and oblong leaves and their smooth and clear stem.
The plant is perennial, with a hal f-life of 350 years. But it only begins to bear fruit at 60. The maturation time is in autumn. The nuts are collected in September-October. A tree yields 7 kg of nuts.
Interestingly, chinariks are also known as parasitic fungi, which grow in the trunks of the Hayas.
Chemical composition and caloric content of beech nuts
Haya nuts are not dangerous or raw or cooked. But they contain the phagine compound, which becomes dangerous in large doses (evaporates during toast or drying). Its average caloric value is 576 kilocalories per 100 grams.
| Chemical composition | |
| Element | Mass (per 100 g) |
| Protein | 6. 2 г |
| Fats | 50 г |
| Carbohydrates | 34 г |
| Water | 6 г |
| Ashes | 3. 8 г |
| Vitamins | |
| С | 15 mg |
| РР | 0. 9 mg |
| B1, B2 | 0. 7 mg |
| B5, B6 | 1. 6 mg |
| В9 | 113 mcg |
| Minerals | |
| Potassium | 1017 mg |
| Manganese | 1. 3 mg |
| Iron | 2. 5 mg of iron |
| Zinc | 0. 4 mg of zinc |
| Copper | 0. 6 mg of copper |
| Sodium | 38 mg |
In addition to the aforementioned elements, nuts contain starch, vegetable oils, nitrogen substances, sugars, citric acids, apple, vaining, ascorbic and nicotinic. The main value is the omega-3, omega-6 and omega-9 and tannin unsaturated acids.
The properties of chinamen
This wide chemical composition confers to Chinamen nuts a series of health benefits, which were already discovered by the ancient Greeks. Before our era, the seeds were used with a single purpose: excitement. In addition, they cure digestive, respiratory and circulatory problems. Recently, more and more are introduced into pharmaceutical production.
The effects of fruit consumption are used in dietary, cosmetology and medicine. It is also a good raw material for culinary masterpieces: soft sweet taste, butian texture, pleasant aroma. Traditional Scandinavian buns surely smell like beech nuts, while Germans prefer beech oil to the Provence (they even prepare Margarina).
The benefits of
The benefits of the chinamen were highly appreciated by the Native Americans and the Greeks. Chinariki is famous for its exciting properties, that is, heals impotence and improves erections. The fruit cures prostatitis, increases libido and prolongs sexual relations. In addition, grains have beneficial effects on human health:
- They improve sleep, calm the nerves;
- Prevent the development of tumors;
- Strengthen the view;
- Strengthen the resistance of the immune system;
- Strengthen the epidermis, prevent the early appearance of wrinkles;
- Antioxidant effect;
- Decompose cholesterol cells;
- Extract waste products;
- Normalize the acid stomach balance;
- Decontaminate;
- Clean the liver, blood and lymph.
The immense consumption of nuts threatens with nausea attacks, vomiting, headaches. This is caused by hallucinogen phagine. This property was used by the ancient warriors, who ate a handful of grains before a fight, to raise adrenaline in the blood and spirit. Now the effect is quite harmful: dizziness, spasms, agitation, lon g-lasting erections with painful symptoms, obfuscation of the mind.
The second dangerous element in composition is oxalic acid. In excess, it destroys the bone tissue, damages the dental enamel and forms calculations in the bladder and the kidneys. It also accelerates the loss of calcium and causes osteoporosis.
Contraindications
Like any dry fruit, chinamen is consumed in moderation. A little handful will not harm a person, if he has no allergies. The fruit is strictly prohibited to pregnant women. A sudden intoxication will damage the baby, causing an abortion.
Children under 10 are not only unpleasant, beech grains, but also cause a negative reaction: nausea, drowsiness and fever. In this case, it is mandatory to perform a gastric lavage and go to the doctor.
How to choose right rebozuels
To find the best seeds, you have to travel to Crimea in autumn, when the harvest begins. In the mountains, it is important to ask the locals about the location of the beech and ask about the usual way of the nuts in the area. They usually resemble the chestnuts of the Indies and can go unnoticed. You will not be able to collect the nuts because the trees are too high, but you can pick them up on the ground. These nuts are the most mature.
But you can also find the seeds on the shelves of nut stores, although chestnuts are an unusual guest in buyers. Normally, the seeds are already sold toasted or dry. The correct nut is light or gold, 0. 5-1. 5 cm in size, firm and bright, without smell of moisture or rotten. It has a sweet, slightly bitter taste and a coffe e-like aroma.
It is important that you have a uniform and cracks membrane. In it hide fungi, infections that destroy the protein of grain and the entire dry fruit. It is better to buy fresh fruit in its natural cortex. This will retain all its beneficial properties.
Special uses
Of course, beech grains are the most used in the kitchen: sauces, oils, dressings, drinks, sweets. The taste of nut enhances meat, fish and vegetables. They are often added to milk porridge and salads. Athletes, physical and nutritionist trainers love this ingredient. The chinarro satisfies quickly, gives an enormous energy and removes the kilos of more.
But other beneficial properties of fruit are also useful. Pharmacists, aestheticists and magicians take them into account. All parts of the nut are used: shell, peel, almond. Tinturas, decoctions, porridge, that treat any disease are created.
In kitchen
The main issue is what can be combined with these unusual nuts. Cooks respond boldly: with anything. It is a great additive for drinks, desserts, garrisons and even meat dishes. The French were the first to use Chinachis to make a coffee substitute. They called it “Ersatz” and gives similar energy to that of coffee, but does not contain caffeine. Infusions and “MoNSHINE” were popular in Russia. The cake of decoctions and oils is good to feed the cattle.
This ingredient can be found in traditional Scandinavian and German recipes: in the grinding of baking flour or in salads for salads. If you have some beech nuts around, you can prepare Gozinaki (a traditional georgian dish made with a mixture of cereals, nuts and honey) or use the recipes.
- Mutaki (Refers to desserts): 2 cups of sifted flour + 20-30 grams of chives + 150 grams of butter + 2 egg yolks + sour cream (half cup). Form a ball with the dough and put it in the refrigerator. Beat 2 egg whites with sugar (100 g) and add toasted nuts (1 cup). Extend the cold dough in a circle and cut it into sectors. Fill in each triangle and roll. Bake for 30 minutes.
- Satsivi. Boil the chicken with the carrots, the onion and the black pepper, remove it from the bone, cut it into dice and put it again in the saucepan with water. In a pan fry the onion and chopped garlic (1 head of each) and sprinkle with flour. Pour the mixture into the boiling broth. Mix the red pepper, fried chiles, salt and egg yolk cooked in a separate bowl. Pour the chicken pieces into the spices obtained and cool. The plate is served cold: in a separate bowl the broth and on a plate the meat.
- Mixture of vitamins. Toast the beech nuts, nuts and any other dry fruit in a dry pan, chop the cooled sultane raisins, apricots, raisins, dates. Mix and add a teaspoon of honey. The ready product is placed in glass jars and is stored in the refrigerator.
Popular nuts during orthodox Lent or diets. It allows to compensate for the lack of vitamins.
Cosmetic use
It is a universal remedy with moisturizing, nutritious and reaffirming properties. In combination with other ingredients, it helps both skin and hair. Acne and boils can be cured with an alcoholic nut infusion. Of stretch marks and cellulite – ground nuts. Butter is a natural substitute for chemical cream.
Seed milk pumps are a strengthening shampoo that gives volume, brightness and strength to hair. A mixture of oats, egg white and beech fruits is a soft body exfoliant. And strawberries with cream and hazelnut pieces are not only a delicious dessert, but also a moisturizing and nutritious mask for sensitive skin.
In medicine
The content of fatty acids and other acids makes cinnamon nuts an indispensable raw material in the manufacture of medications: antiseptic (wound care products, sores), analgesic, ant i-inflammatory.
But it is more frequent to find this fruit in popular medicine. It is used to prepare alcohol friegas for joints, heating mixtures to treat sciatica or colds. An infusion of the shell quickly stops hemorrhages, so it is used to treat periodontal disease.
Raw grains are not a healing pill, but they help stabilize health and eliminate the risk of anemia. Regular lon g-term consumption of seeds relieves flatulence, insomnia and urinary inflammation.
Traditional popular medicine uses beech nuts to treat tuberculosis and pulmonary cold. Oil or steam are considered immunomodulators, improve the function of the immune system and scarce colds in children.
An additional effect of its consumption is weight loss. Chinariki breaks down cholesterol cells, quickly satisfies the body. It is a healthy alternative to rapid (sweet) carbohydrates and unhealthy fats (fried sunflower oil). In addition, it improves peristalsism, stimulates metabolism and eliminates accumulated toxins.
Expiration and methods
Conservation period of any dry fruit – 1-1. 5 years with the following requirements: humidity not exceeding 50%, dry packaging (bag, container), low temperature (up to 20 ° C), absence of direct sunlight. If the environment does not meet the indicated criteria, the grain protein will begin to decompose and the fats will be placed. This will not only spoil the taste of dry fruit, but will also reduce its nutritional quality.
When the shell of the dry fruit is broken, microorganisms and fungi are introduced into it and poisonous protective juices are released, which make the seed dangerous. To keep intact grains, they dry or have before storing them. Additional selection is necessary: wet seeds are additionally dry, too dry, rotten or sick seeds are discarded or eliminated.
For drying ovens are used or toasted without oil. Too cooked grains lose their aroma and flavor. The finished product must always cool. The seeds can be grinding and packaged in plastic or cotton bags.
For storage, whole chanars are stacked in plastic, wood or canvas bags, stacked against the counterpart, shelves or trunks. The place remains clean and ventilated regularly. If moisture increases, the grains are separated, the room is fumigated (it burns with sulfur) and stacked again.
It cannot be said that Haya nut is a universal or usual raw material for the human being, but it is a useful additive in the diet and a complex ingredient in medicine and cosmetology. Experimentation with this fruit is infinite.
