Dried Longan Chicken Soup - Chinese Herbal Recipes. Dried Longan (long yan rou) and three tonic seeds used in this soup are Wax Privet Seed (nu jen zi), Chinese Raspberry (fu pen zi), and Chinese Wolfberry (gou qizi), a combination that is traditionally used to correct female menstrual disorders, improve fertility, and increase male sexual potency. Dried longan (long yan rou) adds a cardiotonic effect in strengthening heart functions, improving circulation, and boosting the blood. When prepared in a rich chicken stock, this tonic provides a strong boost to both male and female vitality and helps restore energy in the weak and elderly.
15 gm Chinese Raspberry (fu pen zi)
15 gm Wax Privet Seed (nu jen zi)
15 gm Chinese Wolfberry (gou qizi)
15 gm dried Longan flesh (long yan rou)
1½ litres (6 cups) water
2 chicken wings
Rinse the herbs, then bring all the ingredients to a boil in a stockpot. Reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer for 2 hours.
Remove from the heat, ladle into individual serving bowls or large tea cups and serve hot.
Note:- The chicken wings may be eliminated; simply boil the 4 herbs in plain water. The dried longan provides a sweet
flavour that does not require any additional seasonings.