Fresh Dendrobium, Polygonatum and Reed Root Pork Shin Soup

Why people make this soup

People managing blood sugar often run dry — thirsty mouth, frequent urination, blurry eyes. Nourilo builds this gentle pot around fresh dendrobium, valued for supporting the liver and gallbladder, and pairs it with polygonatum, reed root and goji, which traditionally nourish yin, ease dryness, clear restlessness, promote fluids and brighten the eyes. It is also a good pot for anyone who works long hours at a screen and stays up late.

Method

1. Rinse and cut the dendrobium into sections; soak and rinse the polygonatum, reed root and goji; chunk and blanch the pork shin.
2. Put everything into a pot with 2.4 L of water and simmer for 2 hours, reducing to 1.2 L. Done.

Nourilo’s Tips

Clear, sweet and good for all ages, and especially suited to those who spend long hours at a computer and stay up late. But anyone with a cold or fever should not take it.