CALMING CHICKEN AND LOTUS SEED SOUP
The lotus seed and mushrooms will strengthen the Spleen and Kidney which will have a calming impact on the Heart.
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If you are using lotus seed, soak them for 5-10 minutes in hot water.
Dust the chicken with the flour and set aside.
Heat a large pot and add the oil, garlic and ginger. Do not allow them to turn brown.
Next, add the chicken pieces. Allow one side to turn slightly brown.
Pour the hot water over the chicken then add the mushrooms, lotus seed and salt.
Lower the flame and cover. Allow to cook covered for 20-30 minutes.
Next, add the mushroom seasoning, soy sauce and wine and allow to cook for 5 minutes.
Taste for saltness adjusting to your taste.
Add the escarole or other leafy green.
Serve
Ingredients
Directions
If you are using lotus seed, soak them for 5-10 minutes in hot water.
Dust the chicken with the flour and set aside.
Heat a large pot and add the oil, garlic and ginger. Do not allow them to turn brown.
Next, add the chicken pieces. Allow one side to turn slightly brown.
Pour the hot water over the chicken then add the mushrooms, lotus seed and salt.
Lower the flame and cover. Allow to cook covered for 20-30 minutes.
Next, add the mushroom seasoning, soy sauce and wine and allow to cook for 5 minutes.
Taste for saltness adjusting to your taste.
Add the escarole or other leafy green.
Serve
