Among the many herbs and vegetables that enhance the flavor of Vietnamese cuisine, Lá Mơ and Rau Đay stand out for their health benefits and nutritional value.
Lá Mơ – A Versatile Herb with Medicinal Properties
Lá Mơ, also known as Vietnamese Coriander, is a hardy herb that grows abundantly along fences, walls, and moist areas. It is easily recognizable by its soft, light green leaves covered in fine hairs and its distinctive aromatic fragrance when gently crushed.
Beyond its culinary uses, Lá Mơ is revered in traditional medicine for its cooling properties. It aids in detoxification, digestion, and heat reduction. A simple home remedy involves pounding the leaves into a paste and consuming the juice to alleviate indigestion, diarrhea, and mild digestive issues. Another effective treatment is steaming eggs with Lá Mơ, which helps treat mild digestive disorders.
For those living in urban areas, finding fresh Lá Mơ may be a challenge, but in rural areas, this herb grows wild all year round. Therefore, for those fortunate enough to live closer to nature, incorporating this humble herb into your diet is a safe and economical way to enhance your family’s health.
Rau Đay – A Sweet and Cooling Summer Treat
Rau Đay, or Jute, is a soft-stemmed plant with small leaves that often grows wild in vacant lots and along fences. However, it is also commonly cultivated in family gardens due to its ease of growth. Rau Đay is not only readily available, but it is also a key ingredient in nostalgic dishes that evoke memories of home, especially the classic crab and jute soup served with pickled garlic and shrimp paste on a hot summer day.
Rau Đay possesses cooling properties and a subtle sweet taste. It is rich in vitamins A, C, and iron, making it an excellent blood tonic. It also aids in digestion, relieves constipation, and helps cool the body. Women who have just given birth, individuals with internal heat, and those suffering from constipation are often advised to consume Rau Đay soup to improve their digestion and nutrient intake. Rau Đay is more than just a delicious vegetable; it is a gentle, effective “cooling medicine” suitable for all ages.
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