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Everyday Balance

Congee & Porridge

Lotus Seed Beauty Porridge (Lian Shi Mei Rong Geng)

traditionally used to nourish the skin, calm the mind, and support restful sleep

⏱ 90 min 2–3 bowls

Home-Style Dishes

Garlic Stem and Cloud Ear Mushroom Stir-Fried Chicken (Suan Xin Yun Er Chao Ji)

a light, appetite-stimulating stir-fry with the added benefit of black fungus for cardiovascular support

⏱ 35 min 2–3 servings

Soups

Phyllanthus, Black Fungus and Burdock Root Soup (You Gan Zi Mu Er Niu Bang Tang)

traditionally used to support blood sugar balance, blood pressure, and cardiovascular health

⏱ 135 min 4 bowls / 1 pot (serves 3–4)

Rice & Staples

Japanese Sushi Rolls

a light, balanced meal using whole grains and fresh ingredients

⏱ 50 min 4–6 rolls (about 30–40 pieces)

Home-Style Dishes

Fresh Fruit Stir-Fried Beef

a light, appetite-stimulating dish using fresh fruit enzymes and a citrus-tomato glaze

⏱ 25 min 2–3 servings

Salads & Cold Dishes

Shredded Chicken Cold Noodle Skin

a fresh, balanced cold dish with protein, vegetable and sesame dressing — ideal as a light summer lunch

⏱ 20 min 2 servings

Herbal & Flower Teas

Longan Goji Berry Tea

traditionally associated with nourishing blood, calming the mind, and supporting vision

⏱ 20 min 1–2 cups / 1 serving

Home-Style Dishes

Fresh Daylily and Chicken Stir-Fry

a light seasonal stir-fry that nourishes blood, supports the liver, and calms the mind — with important safe-preparation guidance

⏱ 30 min 2–3 servings

Soups

Loofah Black Fungus Sea Fish Soup

traditionally used to clear internal heat, nourish blood, and support the spleen — a light everyday family soup

⏱ 1 hr 15 min 4–5 bowls / 1 pot

Home-Style Dishes

Goji Berry Steamed Pigeon

traditionally associated with nourishing the kidneys, supporting heart health, and tonifying middle qi — suitable for cardiovascular wellness and post-illness recovery

⏱ 40 min 2 servings

Soups

Five-Finger Fig Lean Pork Soup

traditionally associated with strengthening the spleen, clearing dampness from the body, and gently nourishing lung qi

⏱ 2 hr 15 min 4 bowls / 1 pot

Soups

Chinese Yam, Snow Fungus and Tea Tree Mushroom Soup

traditionally associated with nourishing the spleen and kidneys, supporting immune function, and providing anti-aging and blood-sugar-balancing benefits

⏱ 2 hr 20 min 4–5 bowls / 1 pot

Soups

Bamboo Fungus, Shiitake, Loofah and Lean Pork Soup

Traditionally associated with antioxidant support and maintaining a balanced constitution

⏱ 80 min 4 bowls

Soups

Hand Orchid Tuber (Handra), Lily Bulb and Red Date Sweet Soup

Traditionally associated with nourishing the lungs, calming the mind, and supporting recovery from persistent cough

⏱ 70 min 2 bowls

Home-Style Dishes

Pickled Young Ginger and Fresh Pineapple Beef Stir-Fry

Traditionally associated with stimulating appetite, supporting digestion, and lifting low energy

⏱ 30 min 2–3 servings

Congee & Porridge

Fresh Chinese Yam and Lean Pork Congee

Traditionally associated with supporting healthy blood sugar, strengthening digestion, and nourishing the lungs

⏱ 55 min 2–3 servings

Congee & Porridge

Fresh Water Chestnut Congee

Traditionally associated with clearing summer heat, calming thirst, and supporting digestive balance

⏱ 100 min 2–3 servings

Soups

Glehnia Root, Ophiopogon, Snow Fungus, Almond and Pig Lung Soup

Traditionally associated with nourishing the lungs, moistening dryness, calming chronic cough, and supporting recovery from respiratory illness

⏱ 140 min 4 bowls (suitable for the whole family)

Tonic Drinks & Waters

Celery, Water Chestnut and Free-Range Chicken Stir-Fry

Traditionally associated with supporting healthy blood pressure and providing a light, refreshing everyday dish

⏱ 30 min 2–3 servings

Soups

Chayote, Lotus Seed and Lily Bulb Pork Soup

traditionally used to nourish and support restful sleep and emotional calm

⏱ 1 hr 35 min 3–4 bowls

Herbal & Flower Teas

Apple and Golden Raisin Tea

traditionally used to nourish the skin, brighten complexion, and support reduction of facial spots

⏱ 23 min 2–3 cups

Soups

Winter Melon Dampness-Clearing Soup

traditionally used to clear summer heat, drain dampness, and support energy during hot weather

⏱ 2 hr 15 min 4 bowls

Soups

Astragalus and Snow Fungus Pork Soup

traditionally used to support recovery after surgery or illness, nourish the lungs, and encourage healthy blood cell production

⏱ 1 hr 20 min 2 bowls

Congee & Porridge

Codonopsis and Millet Congee

traditionally used to nourish qi and blood, support the spleen and stomach, and brighten a pale or yellowish complexion

⏱ 1 hr 40 min 2–3 bowls