Angelica, Astragalus and Lamb Soup

Why people make this soup

When temperatures drop, some people seem to feel it far more acutely than others — particularly women after a period, when blood is already somewhat depleted. Chronically cold hands and feet, especially at night when it is hard to warm up and fall asleep, are a common complaint that Chinese food therapy addresses through warming and blood-nourishing recipes. This soup brings together three warming powerhouses: angelica root (dang gui), astragalus (bei qi), and lamb — all traditionally considered warming foods that support circulation, nourish blood, and strengthen the body’s internal warmth. It is a wholesome soup the whole family can enjoy together.