Ingredients
CHINESE YAM (Shan Yao) 35g – nourishes the Spleen and Lungs & augments Qi
CODONOPSIS ROOT (Dang Shen) 30g – Strengthens the Spleen and Stomach, tonifys the Lungs, reinforces Qi, nourishes the Blood and Body Fluids
FOX NUTS (Qian Shi) 25g – stabilises the Kidney Essence & strengthens the Spleen
GOJI BERRIES (Gou Qi Zi) 20g – enhances immune system function, strengthens the Kidney, nourishes the Liver, boosts eye health
HONEY DATES (Mi Zao) 30g – supplementing Qi, relieves cough, strengthens and moistens the Lungs, dissolves phlegm
SOLOMON’S SEAL (Yu Zhu) 30g – nourishes Yin, Lung & Stomach
Preparation & Cooking Instructions
You will need
- 500g of chicken/pork bone-in or your favorite protein; or substitute with your favorite veggies for a vegan option.
- 5L boiling water + extra to blanch protein & soak herbs
- 4 generous slices of ginger
- Salt to taste (other seasoning)
- Optional – 1 tbsp Shaoxing rice wine
Instructions:
Wash all ingredients
- Optional: Clean/blanch/wash – if you like to add chicken or pork (not included)
- Marinate the protein with salt after blanch washing.
- In the meantime, rinse the herbs and soak them in cold water for 30 minutes, to ‘awaken’ herbs.
Cook
With all the ingredients in a stock pot add optional 4-5 slices of Ginger (not included) then add 1.5l of water and bring to boil on high heat and boil for 10 minutes. Turn down heat and simmer for 1 hour or till meat is cooked.
Season
- Optional: add 1 tablespoon of Shaoxing rice wine and boil for another 3 min on high heat. You may also add your preferred seasoning, such as sesame oil, fish sauce or soy sauce at the end.
- Rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- One Soup Base Pack makes 3-4 servings
- Storing: Keep dry at room temperature.
- Allergen Note: Food prepared on our premises may contain wheat and nuts
Disclaimer
The quoted benefits of the soup blends and tea mixtures are based on the combined actions and effects of the individual herbs within the blend as understood by Chinese Herbal Materia Medica.
Individual results may vary. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. The statements on this website and all affiliates have not been evaluated by the FDA. Advice on treatment or care of an individual patient should be obtained through consultation with a trained health care practitioner.
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