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Honey-Preserved Kumquats (Mi Jin Ju)

Traditionally supports relief of cough, indigestion, and post-alcohol discomfort; associated with liver detoxification and skin health

1 large jar (from 3 lb kumquats); use 2–3 fruits per serving

Soups

Bamboo Fungus, Soybean, and Shiitake Soup

Traditionally associated with reducing abdominal fat accumulation, supporting cardiovascular health, and regulating the digestive system

⏱ 2 hr 20 min 4 bowls

Soups

Sea Solomon's Seal, Lily Bulb, and Almond Partridge Soup

Traditionally supports lung qi, nourishes the respiratory system, and helps moisturise dry skin

⏱ 2 hr 15 min 3–4 bowls

Soups

Dried Persimmon and Lotus Root Pork Rib Soup

Traditionally moistens the lungs and eases a dry cough

⏱ 2 hr 15 min 4 bowls

Herbal & Flower Teas

Bay Leaf Lemon Tea

Traditionally refreshes the spirit and supports digestion

⏱ 6 min 1 cup

Home-Style Dishes

Braised Fish Head with Tofu Puffs and Cloud Ear Fungus

Traditionally nourishes qi and blood and supports the mind

⏱ 25 min 1 dish (2–3 servings)

Herbal & Flower Teas

Cinnamon Longan Red Date Tea

Traditionally warms the stomach and dispels cold

⏱ 10 min 1 pot (1–2 cups)

Soups

Chinese Yam, Goji, Lotus Seed, Lily and Soft-shell Turtle Soup

Traditionally nourishes yin and calms the mind

⏱ 2 hr 20 min 3 bowls

Tonic Drinks & Waters

Watercress and Monk Fruit Water

Traditionally clears heat and moistens dryness

⏱ 2 hr 10 min 3–4 bowls

Soups

Palm Fruit (Southeast Asian Coconut), Lily Bulb and Carrot Lean Pork Soup

traditionally associated with moistening the lungs, soothing a dry cough, and nourishing the skin

⏱ 2 hr 10 min 4–5 bowls

Home-Style Dishes

Pickled Young Ginger, Tomato and Beef Fillet Stir-Fry

traditionally associated with stimulating appetite and supporting digestion, particularly for those with poor appetite or blood sugar management concerns

⏱ 30 min 2–3 servings

Herbal & Flower Teas

American Ginseng, Goji Berry and Ophiopogon Tea

traditionally associated with nourishing yin, clearing heat, and supporting kidney and lung health

⏱ 45 min 2 cups

Congee & Porridge

Dried Scallop and Fresh Oyster Congee (Cantonese Style)

traditionally associated with nourishing the mind, supporting vitality, and strengthening the body

⏱ 60 min 2–3 bowls

Soups

Fish Maw, Sea Cucumber and Snake Broth (Cantonese Style)

traditionally associated with warming the stomach, dispelling cold, and nourishing the body

⏱ 2 hr 30 min 10–12 bowls

Soups

Papaya, Snow Fungus and Lean Pork Soup

Traditionally used to nourish yin, moisten dryness and support the skin

⏱ 1 hr 20 min about 4 bowls

Soups

Cordyceps Flower, Fritillaria, Glehnia and Dried Scallop Soup

Traditionally used to moisten the lungs, transform phlegm and ease cough

⏱ 2 hr 30 min about 3 bowls

Congee & Porridge

Adzuki Bean Congee

Traditionally used to support the spleen, promote urination and clear damp-heat

⏱ 9 hr 3–4 bowls

Herbal & Flower Teas

Tender Mulberry Shoot, Ophiopogon and Apricot Kernel Tea

Traditionally used to nourish yin, moisten the lungs and soothe dryness

⏱ 30 min 1 pot for the family

Congee & Porridge

Lotus Leaf, Rush Pith and Ophiopogon Barley Congee

Traditionally used to nourish yin, clear heat and calm the mind

⏱ 1 hr 10 min 3–4 bowls

Herbal & Flower Teas

Glehnia, Rehmannia and Dendrobium Decoction

traditionally used to nourish stomach yin, relieve dry mouth and ease gnawing stomach discomfort

⏱ 1 hr 10 min 2 bowls (1 day's serving)

Home-Style Dishes

Hawthorn Fruit Syrup (Shan Zha Guo Jiang)

traditionally used to stimulate appetite, ease food stagnation and support healthy cholesterol

⏱ 2 hr 15 min Approx. 2 cups syrup (50+ servings as diluted drink)

Home-Style Dishes

He Shou Wu, Goji and Four-Herb Chicken Stew

traditionally used to nourish liver blood, support healthy hair and complexion

⏱ 3 hr 20 min 3–4 bowls

Soups

Pseudostellaria, Goji, Dendrobium and Dried Conch Soup

traditionally used to nourish liver and stomach yin, support clear vision

⏱ 2 hr 15 min 2–3 bowls

Herbal & Flower Teas

Rose, Jasmine and Osmanthus Flower Tea

traditionally used to ease liver-stomach tension and bloating

⏱ 7 min 1 cup (re-steepable 2–3 times)