Dang Shen, Astragalus and Huang Jing Lean-Pork Soup

Why people make this soup

Some people whose system is running hot feel their arms and legs go soft and weak, can’t lift heavy things, lose their appetite, grow thinner and feel worn out. In traditional thinking this points to a shortage of spleen qi, calling for gentle, qi-supporting food therapy. This dang shen, astragalus and huang jing lean-pork soup is traditionally used to support the spleen, boost qi and build strength — helpful for the kind of muscle weakness that comes with a weak spleen qi.

Method

1. Blanch the lean pork; wash the remaining ingredients.
2. Put everything into a pot with 2.4 L of water.
3. Simmer until reduced to about 1.2 L. Serve.

Nourilo’s Tips

Using dang shen and astragalus together with huang jing supports qi without that stagnant, stuck feeling. This soup is very nourishing yet the herbal taste is mild, so the whole family can drink it.