Chuanxiong, Angelica, Codonopsis and Lamb Soup

Why people make this soup

When the temperature drops sharply, those of a weaker, qi- or blood-deficient constitution often feel the cold in their limbs. Weather like this calls for a warming lamb soup. Black-grass lamb from Hebei makes an excellent choice — the chilled meat is delicious whether braised or in soup. Built with chuanxiong, angelica, astragalus, codonopsis, prepared rehmannia and cinnamon twig — all traditionally used to nourish qi and blood and warm the body — this soup is just right for cold days.