Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 oz dried snow fungus
- 1 cup dried longan
- 6 cups water
- 1/4 cup rock sugar
- 1/4 cup goji berries
- 1 cinnamon stick
Special equipment needed:
- None
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Soak the dried snow fungus in cold water for at least 30 minutes until it becomes soft.
2. Rinse the snow fungus thoroughly and remove any hard parts.
3. Soak the dried longan in cold water for at least 30 minutes until it becomes soft.
4. Rinse the longan thoroughly and remove any seeds.
5. In a pot, add the soaked snow fungus, longan, water, rock sugar, goji berries, and cinnamon stick.
6. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
7. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 1 hour.
8. Remove the cinnamon stick and serve hot.
- Time:
Preparation time: 30 minutes
- Cooking time: 1 hour
Temperature:
- Simmer over low heat
Serving size:
- 4 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Protein: 1g
- Fiber: 3g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Rock sugar can be substituted with regular sugar or honey.
- Goji berries can be substituted with red dates.
Variations:
- Add sliced ginger for a spicy kick.
- Add sliced lotus seeds for a nutty flavor.
- Add sliced dried figs for a sweeter taste.
Tips and tricks:
- Soak the snow fungus and longan in separate bowls to prevent them from sticking together.
- Rinse the snow fungus thoroughly to remove any dirt or impurities.
- Remove any hard parts of the snow fungus to prevent choking hazards.
- Remove any seeds of the longan to prevent choking hazards.
- Adjust the sweetness to your liking by adding more or less sugar.
Storage instructions:
- Store the leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the soup in a pot over low heat until it is hot.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the soup in a clear bowl to showcase the ingredients.
- Garnish with fresh mint leaves for a pop of color.
Garnishes:
- Fresh mint leaves
Pairings:
- Serve with steamed rice for a complete meal.
Suggested side dishes:
- Steamed vegetables
- Grilled chicken
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the soup is too sweet, add more water to dilute the sweetness.
- If the soup is too thick, add more water to thin it out.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to thoroughly rinse the snow fungus and longan to remove any dirt or impurities.
- Remove any hard parts of the snow fungus to prevent choking hazards.
- Remove any seeds of the longan to prevent choking hazards.
Food history:
- Snow fungus soup is a popular Chinese dessert soup that is believed to have health benefits such as improving skin complexion and boosting the immune system.
Flavor profiles:
- Sweet and nutty
Serving suggestions:
- Serve hot as a dessert soup.
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Region: Chinese