Longan, lotus seed and egg soup

Ingredientsone pot, serves 4

Method

1. Rinse the lotus seeds, 圓肉 and red dates.
2. Hard-boil the eggs, shell them and set them aside.
3. Put everything in the pot with 1.5 litres of water and bring to the boil over high heat.
4. Turn down to low heat and simmer for 1 to 1.5 hours, and add a little rock sugar or salt to taste.

Who it suits

• poor sleep and palpitations
• feeling depleted, traditionally described as blood deficiency
• overthinking and worry

Who should take care

• people who run hot and dry should drink only a little
• people who are phlegmy and damp should drink only a little

From the same family

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Lo Fo Tong is cultural food-heritage reference, not medical advice. If you are pregnant, unwell or on medication, talk to your doctor or registered practitioner before changing what is in the pot.