Enoki Mushroom, Walnut & Fuzzy Melon Soup

Why people make this soup

Parents preparing for exam season often reach for rich tonics, but heavily warming foods can backfire — leaving already sleep-deprived students even more restless and irritable. Nourilo’s approach here is different: a clear, pleasant broth built around enoki mushrooms, walnuts, and cashews. The idea is to nourish without overheating, giving the mind steady support rather than a jittery surge. The soup is mild enough for the whole family and tastes naturally sweet from the fuzzy melon and carrot.

Method

1. Trim the woody base from the enoki mushrooms; rinse thoroughly and set aside.
2. Peel the fuzzy melon and carrot; cut both into chunks.
3. Place all ingredients — enoki mushrooms, walnut kernels, cashew nuts, fuzzy melon, carrot, and ginger — into a pot with 2.1 L of water.
4. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a medium-low simmer for 1 hour.
5. Serve the soup together with the cooked ingredients.

Nourilo’s Tips

This soup is mild and naturally sweet — suitable for young children, older family members, and anyone in between. It is neither heating nor cooling, so there is no need to worry about drinking it on ordinary days. If you prefer a heartier broth, add some lean pork or chicken pieces before simmering.