Lily Bulb, Goji and Abalone Soup

Why people make this soup

City life puts a lot of pressure on people, and Nourilo notes that ongoing tension can wear away at sleep and calm. This soup pairs lily bulb, goji, and dried abalone — a combination traditionally used to nourish yin and settle the mind. It is the kind of warm, restorative bowl people turn to when they feel keyed-up, restless, sleeping poorly, with night sweats or a fluttery heart. Think of it as gentle support, not a cure.

Method

1. Soak the abalone in warm water until soft; remove the gut and blanch.
2. Blanch the lean pork. Soak and rinse the lily bulb and goji.
3. Put everything in the pot with 2.4 L of water.
4. Simmer 3 hours down to 0.9–1.2 L. Drink the soup and eat the ingredients.

Nourilo’s Tips

This soup is traditionally enjoyed for the depletion-type restlessness and can be taken regularly. If you have no abalone, sea cucumber can replace it.