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Celery & Grass Carp Tail Soup

traditionally used to support healthy blood pressure, clear liver heat, and nourish the blood

By · Registered Nutritionist & TCM Practitioner

Prep
15 min
Cook
35 min
Total
50 min
Makes
1.2 L
Heart & CirculationLiver WellnessBlood NourishmentEveryday Balance
Celery & Grass Carp Tail Soup

Why people make this soup

Celery has a long history of use in both Chinese and Western food traditions for supporting cardiovascular health. In Chinese dietary medicine, it is associated with calming “liver fire” — a concept that roughly maps onto the tension-headaches, flushed face, and irritability that can accompany high blood pressure. Nourilo’s version uses the outer stalks of a firm, aromatic celery to make a quick, milky-looking soup with grass carp tail. Imported Western celery (Spanish-grown, when available) tends to be particularly fragrant and crisp. The fish adds protein and the characteristic sweet, collagen-rich quality of a Cantonese fish soup, while ginger and red dates keep it warming and balanced. Ready in 35 minutes, this is a practical weekday soup rather than a slow-simmered weekend project.

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Frequently asked questions

Who is this soup traditionally recommended for?

This soup is traditionally recommended for adults — including the elderly and those going through menopause — who wish to support healthy blood pressure, clear liver-related heat, and enjoy a nourishing daily soup as part of a balanced diet.

What role does celery traditionally play in this recipe?

Celery has a long history of use in both Chinese and Western food traditions for supporting cardiovascular health. In Chinese dietary medicine, it is associated with calming "liver fire" — a concept that roughly maps onto the tension-headaches, flushed face, and irritability that can accompany high blood pressure.

Why are ginger and red dates included in this soup?

Ginger and red dates are included both for flavour and to balance the cooling nature of the celery, keeping the soup warming and balanced overall.

How long does this soup take to prepare, and how much does it yield?

The soup takes about 15 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook, for a total time of around 50 minutes. It yields approximately 1.2 litres of soup.

Is this soup suitable for the whole family?

According to the recipe notes, this soup has a clean, fresh aroma and suits the whole family, making it a practical weekday soup rather than a slow-simmered weekend project.

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