Garlic chives 韭菜 (jiu cai)

Garlic chives are a very common vegetable used in cooking for its mildly spicy and tasty flavour. It warms the circulation, body, tonifies the kidneys and is beneficial for those with cold hands and feet. It is commonly used in winter and is traditionally cooked with egg to make omelettes. Garlic chives are easy to grow in the garden and is available all seasons. Traditional, garlic chives can also help with various men’s health issues.