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Recipes with Red dates

Rice & Staples

Eel, Shiitake Mushroom and Red Date Rice Casserole

traditionally used to nourish liver blood, strengthen the spleen, and support recovery from chronic fatigue

⏱ 50 min 1–2 servings

Soups

Lotus Root, Chestnut and Free-Range Chicken Soup

traditionally used to support spleen health, nourish blood, and strengthen the kidneys

⏱ 2 hr 20 min 4 bowls

Soups

Lingzhi Mushroom, Huaishan, Goji Berry and Pork Shin Soup

traditionally used to tonify qi and blood, support the immune system, and nourish the spleen and heart

⏱ 3 hr 20 min 2–3 bowls

Herbal & Flower Teas

Astragalus and Bupleurum Tea with Red Dates

traditionally supports qi lifting, stomach tone, and organ prolapse recovery

⏱ 65 min 2 cups

Home-Style Dishes

Double Date Black Bean Vinegar

traditionally associated with nourishing the liver and kidneys, supporting a healthy complexion and natural hair colour

⏱ 30 min 1 jar (45–60 days of daily doses)

Congee & Porridge

Eight-Treasure Beauty and Blemish-Reducing Congee (Ba Bao Mei Yan Qu Ban Zhou)

traditionally associated with strengthening the spleen, clearing dampness, and supporting an even complexion and reduction of pigmentation spots

⏱ 105 min 2–3 bowls / 1 pot (2–3 servings)

Soups

Cordyceps Flower, Chinese Yam, Goji Berry and Quail Soup

Traditionally used to nourish the spleen, lungs, and vision; may support immunity

⏱ 3 hr 20 min 3–4 servings

Soups

White Atractylodes and Sharpleaf Galangal Fruit Soup

Traditionally used to support spleen function and reduce excessive salivation in young children

⏱ 1 hr 5 min 2 bowls; drink throughout the day

Home-Style Dishes

Wood Ear Mushroom Braised Chicken (Yun Er Men Ji)

traditionally supports blood nourishment and healthy circulation

⏱ 40 min 2–3 servings

Soups

Chinese Yam, Lotus Seed and Yellow Ear Fungus Soup

traditionally supports digestive wellness, skin nourishment and healthy ageing

⏱ 135 min 4 bowls

Soups

Chinese Yam, Lotus Seed, and Euryale Quail Soup

traditionally used to nourish the spleen and stomach and support digestive health in children

⏱ 2 hr 15 min 4 bowls / serves 2–4

Soups

Fresh Lotus Seed, Snow Fungus and Longan Dessert Soup

traditionally associated with nourishing the heart, calming the mind, and supporting skin radiance

⏱ 1 hr 15 min 4 bowls / 3–4 servings

Soups

Chinese Yam and Prepared Rehmannia Quail Soup

traditionally used to nourish liver and kidney and support healthy development in children

⏱ 2 hr 15 min 4 bowls / serves 2–3

Herbal & Flower Teas

Cinnamon Twig, Dry Ginger, Angelica & Red Date Tea (Gui Zhi Gan Jiang Dang Gui Zao Tea)

traditionally warms the channels, nourishes blood, and supports the body's natural drainage of excess fluid

⏱ 20 min 1 day's serving (can steep 1–2 extra times)

Soups

Astragalus, Goji Berry and Red Date Chicken Soup

traditionally associated with strengthening the body's defences and improving vitality

⏱ 2 hr 20 min 4–5 bowls

Soups

Chestnut and Chicken Feet Soup

traditionally associated with strengthening tendons, bones, and the spleen

⏱ 2 hr 20 min 4–5 bowls

Soups

Dangshen, Goji & Quail Soup

traditionally associated with supporting energy, nourishing the spleen-stomach, and calming the mind

⏱ 2 hr 15 min 3–4 bowls

Herbal & Flower Teas

Dry Ginger, Poria & Atractylodes Decoction (Gan Jiang Ling Zhu Tang)

traditionally associated with warming the spleen, draining dampness, and easing cold-type lower-body heaviness and joint discomfort

⏱ 40 min 1–2 servings (large half-cup concentrated decoction)

Soups

Glehnia, Polygonatum, Lotus Seed & Barley Soup

traditionally associated with gently nourishing the spleen and stomach, supporting appetite and firmer stools in children

⏱ 2 hr 15 min 4 bowls

Soups

Astragalus, Ligusticum and Fish Head Soup

traditionally used to nourish qi and blood, support mental clarity, and promote a calm mind

⏱ 1 hr 15 min 3–4 bowls

Soups

Codonopsis, Astragalus, Chinese Yam and Lotus Seed Lean Pork Soup

Traditionally used to support qi and blood and aid recovery after surgery

⏱ 2 hr 15 min 2 servings (about 2 bowls)

Soups

Mulberry Mistletoe, Mulberry Fruit, Goji and Black Bean Soup

traditionally used to nourish liver and kidney, support hair vitality, and ease premature greying or hair loss

⏱ 1 hr 15 min 3 bowls (can be divided over 1–2 days)

Soups

Snow Fungus, Papaya, Fig and Lean Pork Soup

traditionally associated with nourishing the lungs, supporting digestion, and moistening dry skin

⏱ 75 min 3–4 bowls / suitable for the whole family

Congee & Porridge

Laba Eight-Treasure Congee

traditionally used to warm the stomach and dispel cold in winter

⏱ 10 hr 4–6 bowls / 1 pot