Goji Berry and Mulberry Clam Soup

Why people make this soup

This beautifully fragrant, clear soup pairs the nourishing qualities of fresh guifei clams with two classic eye-supporting foods — goji berries and mulberries. In Chinese herbal tradition, clams are said to have a sweet-salty flavour and to nourish yin, clear liver heat, and provide high-quality protein through their rich amino-acid content. Combined with goji berries and mulberries, the soup is widely enjoyed by people whose work keeps them glued to a screen all day, and traditional food therapy considers it especially valuable for the eyes.

Method

1. Soak and rinse the goji berries and mulberries.
2. Soak the clams in warm water for 30 minutes to let them release any sand. Remove from shells and discard the intestinal thread.
3. Bring the stock to a boil in a pot. Add all the prepared ingredients.
4. Simmer for 5–6 minutes. Serve the soup together with the clam meat and softened berries.

Nourilo’s Tips

If guifei clams are not available, large fresh clams (yellow-sand variety) work just as well. The soup suits everyone from young children to the elderly, and is especially worthwhile for anyone whose eyes feel tired from long hours at a computer or screen.