Red Dates Pork Soup -
Chinese Herbal Recipes

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Red Dates Pork Soup - Chinese Herbal Recipes

Red Dates Pork Soup - Chinese Herbal Recipes. Red dates ( hong zao 紅棗 ) are known to be effective in countering fatigue, anaemia and low energy level. They are most commonly used to build up strength and blood, and are often added to other herbs in tonic dishes to give a naturally sweet taste. In this recipe, red dates are combined with carrots, water chestnuts and pork to produce a tasty soup that strengthens the lungs and spleen, expels phlegm and alleviates coughs.

Red Dates Pork Soup Ingredient - Chinese Herbal Recipes:

2½ litres (10 cups) water
1 large or 2 small carrots, peeled and sliced
12 water chestnuts, peeled
8 red dates ( hong zao 紅棗 ), pited and rinsed
500 gm lean pork, rinsed and scalded with boiling water
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste

Red Dates Pork Soup Method - Chinese Herbal Recipes:

Bring the water to a boil in a stockpot. Add all the ingredients, except the salt, and cook over high heat for 20 minutes. Reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 2 hours. Season with the salt and remove from the heat. Serve hot in individual serving bowls.