Recipes

KALE AND LENTIL SOUPThis soup is warming on a cold winter afternoon. It can be easily made with either leftovers or fresh ingredients in just about fifteen minutes. Kale’s bitter taste is beneficial to the Heart. In addition, mushrooms help cleanse the body and lentils help remove dampness, leading to better digestion and energy flow.
SWEET PEANUT SOUPThe sweetness of the rock candy and the peanuts both support the digestive system. Because peanuts grow in the earth, they benefit the Stomach and Spleen, the organs associated with the Earth element in Five Element Theory.
BARLEY AND RED DATE CEREAL WITH PINE NUTSA favorite and versatile food recommended in our Dragon’s Way Qigong® program, Chinese pearl barley (also called Job’s tears or coix seed) has been proven to contain anticancer and anti-obesity properties. It is also very beneficial for skin and digestive issues. Chinese red dates (Da Zao or jujubes) also benefit the digestive organs and boost production of qi and blood. You can purchase Chinese pearl barley as well as Chinese red dates at your local Asian market
CREAMY CAULIFLOWER SOUPCauliflower is good for Kidney energy. As with all other recipes, the butter and cream can be omitted for a dairy-free but still creamy and delicious version.
BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUPTry this flavorful way to prepare butternut squash soup, which benefits your digestive organs, specifically the Spleen and Stomach, as it is harvested in the fall and is orange, a color associated with the element Earth (associated with the Spleen in Five Element Theory). For a dairy free version, omit the butter and cream.
WHITE FUNGUS SOUPThese ingredients can be found in an Asian market for this fabulous sweet soup that is easy to make. White fungus, or Bao Mu Er, is traditionally used for sweet soups and desserts. It has no flavor but is deliciously crunchy and is good for the Lung. The rock candy benefits the Lung, Stomach, and Spleen, lotus seeds strengthen Spleen and Kidney function, and the Chinese red dates give this soup a sweet essence, good for digestion!
HOT AND SOUR VEGETABLE SOUPThis soup takes a bit of work; however, for those that love hot and sour – it’s well worth it! According to TCM, the sour taste supports Liver function and the spicy taste supports the Lung! White fungus, celery, and hot sauce also support Lung function. Feel free to replace the selected vegetables and/or add additional ones.
HEARTY POTATO-TOMATO SOUP FOR TENPotatoes and onions are good for the Stomach and Spleen as they grow directly in the earth, the element associated with these key digestive organs. Tomatoes benefit the Heart as well as the Stomach; use plum tomatoes for maximum Heart benefit! Dill strengthens the function of the Kidney.
VARIATION ON SIMPLE DAIKON RADISH SOUPThis delicious variation on the original recipe gets a bit creative and incorporates some kind of meat. Scallions benefit the Liver, tomato strengthens the Heart, and dried shrimp enhances this dish with a savory umami taste and benefits your Kidney energy.
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