The nutritional value of walnuts is relatively high, and the elements contained in it may help to stimulate the appetite and promote digestion and absorption. Generally, for people with weak constitutions or carbonated体质, it is best not to drink cola in daily life. However, everyone should note that cola can also be used in cooking, such as cola pork ribs and cola tofu, etc. For people who cannot drink cola, alternatives can be used.

(1) Cola Tofu

Ingredients: 500g northern tofu, a small bowl of cola, 6 small chilies, a piece of ginger, a little scallion, a little toasted white sesame seeds, soy sauce, salt, a bay leaf, one star anise, a small piece of cassia bark.

Method:

1. Cut the tofu into 1cm cubes.

2. Sprinkle a little salt and marinate for 15 minutes. This makes it easier to season later.

3. Cut ginger into strips, chilies into segments, and scallion whites into segments, and green parts into chopped green onions.

4. Pour a little more oil than usual into the pot. Swirl the pot to ensure the oil is evenly distributed.

5. When the oil is about 45 degrees hot, add the tofu and fry over low heat slowly.

6. Stir-fry while flipping the tofu with chopsticks to ensure all sides are golden brown. This process requires patience.

7. Add scallion slices, ginger strips, and chili segments, and stir-fry the aroma of scallions and ginger.

8. Pour in a small bowl of cola.

9. Add half a spoon of soy sauce to achieve the effect of coloring and seasoning.

10. Add star anise, cassia bark, and bay leaves into the pot.

11. Add some water, just enough to cover the tofu.

12. Add salt for seasoning, but not too much, as salt has already been added during the tofu marinating process.

13. Boil over high heat, then turn down to a low simmer.

14. When there is little sauce left, turn up the heat to reduce the sauce. While reducing the sauce, keep stirring the tofu to prevent it from sticking to the pot.

15. Sprinkle with chopped green onions and a little white sesame seeds, then it’s ready to be served.

(2) Cola Pork Ribs

Ingredients: 350g pork ribs, 200ml cola, appropriate amount of oil, appropriate amount of coriander, appropriate amount of toasted white sesame seeds, appropriate amount of soy sauce.

Method:

1. Pre-soak the ribs in water several times, change the water, and try to remove some of the blood water.

2. Heat the oil and fry the ribs until golden brown on both sides.

3. Pour in the cola, bring to a boil, then turn down the heat and simmer slowly. You can also add a little soy sauce for flavor and color.

4. Boil for about 20-30 minutes, when the cola is almost dried up, you can add some coriander and stir-fry it. It’s okay to omit it, and then turn up the heat to dry the sauce. After being served, sprinkle some toasted white sesame seeds for decoration.