Capillary Wormwood, Abrus, Soybean and Pork Bone Soup

Why people make this soup

When a group dines out, using shared serving chopsticks is a wonderful habit — it helps prevent the spread of various illnesses. Nourilo reminds us that the liver is the body’s quiet, “silent” organ, handling metabolism and clearing the system, and early on there may be few obvious signs, so personal hygiene matters when eating with friends or colleagues. Capillary wormwood and abrus are both traditionally used to clear heat and soothe the liver, easing discomfort. Cooked into a soup for the whole family now and then, this is a comforting choice that, beyond supporting the liver and gallbladder, is also kind to the cardiovascular system.

Method

1. Soak and rinse the capillary wormwood, abrus and soybeans separately.
2. Blanch the pork shoulder bone.
3. Place everything in a pot with 2.7 L of water.
4. Cook for 2 hours until reduced to 1.2–1.5 L. Serve.

Nourilo’s Tips

This soup has only a mild herbal taste. It is quite friendly for people who feel a stuffy, distended discomfort under the ribs or in the stomach area — but those with a cold, weak spleen and stomach should drink it only sparingly.