Snow Fungus and Papaya Sweet Soup

Why people make this sweet soup

Ripe papaya is rich in beta-carotene, vitamins C and E, polyphenols and flavonoids, and paired with yin-nourishing snow fungus it makes a gentle dessert that traditionally supports the skin and complexion, especially for people who often stay up late and wake with a dry mouth. Nourilo likes to keep ripe papayas on hand for exactly this kind of simple sweet soup — quick to prepare and easy to enjoy any day of the week.

Method

1. Peel and deseed the ripe papaya and cut into chunks. Soak the snow fungus until soft and remove the stems.
2. Simmer the papaya and snow fungus in 6 cups of water for half an hour until reduced to about 0.9–1.2 L.
3. Stir in rock sugar until dissolved. Serve.

Nourilo’s Tips

This sweet soup is clear and tasty, suitable for young and old. Taken regularly it is good for the digestion and is traditionally associated with helping limit fatty build-up in the liver — but pregnant women should avoid papaya, as it tends to cause the uterus to contract.