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Goji Berry, Carrot & Fresh Clam Soup

traditionally nourishes the liver and eyes; associated with supporting healthy blood sugar balance

By · Registered Nutritionist & TCM Practitioner

Prep
20 min
Cook
1 hr
Total
1 hr 20 min
Makes
0.9–1.2 L
Blood Sugar BalanceLiver WellnessBlood NourishmentEye WellnessEveryday Balance
Goji Berry, Carrot & Fresh Clam Soup

Why people make this soup

People managing diabetes often experience a gradual decline in eye health — dry, blurry eyes, and difficulty focusing. In Chinese food therapy, this is understood as the liver and kidneys struggling to nourish the eyes over time. Goji berries are perhaps the best-known traditional ingredient for eye support in Chinese medicine — they are rich in zeaxanthin and lutein, nutrients that modern nutrition science also associates with retinal health. Paired with carrots (rich in beta-carotene) and fresh clams (high in zinc, iron, and taurine), this is a soup that is both delicious and genuinely well-thought-out from a nutritional standpoint. It is equally useful for people whose eyes are simply tired from long hours at a computer — this kind of everyday visual fatigue also benefits from regular nourishment.

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Frequently asked questions

Who is this soup traditionally made for?

This soup is suited to people managing diabetes who are experiencing a gradual decline in eye health, as well as people whose eyes are tired from long hours at a computer. It is described as suitable for the whole family.

What role do goji berries traditionally play in this recipe?

Goji berries are traditionally used in Chinese food therapy to support eye health. They are also rich in zeaxanthin and lutein, nutrients that modern nutrition science associates with retinal health.

How long does this soup take to prepare and cook?

Preparation takes about 20 minutes and cooking takes 1 hour, for a total time of approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes. The finished soup yields roughly 0.9 to 1.2 litres.

Can I use dried or frozen clams if fresh live clams are unavailable?

Dried clam meat works well as a substitute — use about 75 g. Frozen clam meat is acceptable as a last resort, though the flavour will not be as good. Canned clams are not ideal.

Do I only drink the broth, or should I also eat the solids?

The recipe instructs you to drink the soup and also eat the carrot, goji berries, and clam meat.

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