Tiger Milk Mushroom, Coconut, Walnut and Lily Bulb Soup

Why people make this soup

Even though the epidemic has eased, plenty of friends who were infected still carry some after-effects — body fatigue, trouble concentrating, a cough that comes and goes, or a chest that does not feel quite clear. That kind of recovery takes patience. This tiger milk mushroom, coconut, walnut and lily bulb soup is the one I like to recommend: it is traditionally taken to support the lungs and kidneys, replenish energy, support immunity and ease tiredness. Best of all, it is clear, naturally sweet and genuinely tasty.

Method

1. Cut the mini coconut into pieces and rinse; peel and chunk the carrot; soak and rinse the tiger milk mushroom and the other dried ingredients; pit the red dates.
2. Cut the lean pork into chunks and blanch.
3. Put everything into a pot with 2.4–2.7 L of water.
4. Simmer for 2 hours, reducing down to about 1.2 L. Serve.

Nourilo’s Tips

This soup is clear, sweet and tasty, and suitable for old and young. It is especially kind to those in post-viral recovery whose lung energy is weak and who cough or wheeze easily, as well as long-term smokers. Taken regularly, it is traditionally said to ease various respiratory discomforts.