Corn, Hyacinth Bean and Red Date Congee

Why people make this congee

Nourilo points out that puffiness has many causes. People with kidney inflammation may swell easily; in older adults, or anyone with heart or liver trouble, swelling deserves real caution because it can signal something serious. Hormonal imbalance and poor nutrition can cause it too. This gentle congee is most suited to mild, nutrition-related puffiness — a soothing, everyday porridge that leans on corn and its silk.

Method

1. Remove the corn husk but keep the silk; cut the cobs into segments.
2. Rinse the hyacinth beans and rice; pit the red dates.
3. Put everything in a pot with water and cook into a congee of a thick, smooth consistency.
4. Eat as much as you like.

Nourilo’s Tips

Corn silk is quite diuretic, so it is best to use it along with the corn. This congee may also be helpful for people with kidney conditions, diabetes and gallbladder inflammation.