Tonic Herbal Chicken Soup (Solomon’s Seal & Codonopsis)

Ingredients

• 1 Whole chicken (Cut into pieces; skin removed if preferred for a clearer soup)
• 30 g Codonopsis Root (Dang Shen) (Gently boosts energy levels)
• 20 g Solomon’s Seal (Yu Zhu) (Hydrates and clears dryness)
• 6 Red Dates (Pitted)
• 1 tbsp Goji Berries (Added at the end of cooking)
• 1.5 L Water (Adjust based on pot size)
• Salt (To taste)

Steps

1. 1

   Blanch the chicken pieces in boiling water for 3-5 minutes to remove impurities. Drain and rinse the chicken under cold water.

2. 2

   Rinse the Codonopsis (Dang Shen), Solomon’s Seal (Yu Zhu), and red dates under running water to remove any dust.

3. 3

   Place the blanched chicken, Codonopsis, Solomon’s Seal, and red dates into a large soup pot or ceramic slow cooker.

4. 4

   Pour in 1.5 liters of water, ensuring all ingredients are fully submerged.

5. 5

   Bring the pot to a boil over high heat, then immediately reduce the heat to low.

6. 6

   Simmer gently for 1.5 to 2 hours. If using a slow cooker, set to high for 4 hours or low for 6-8 hours.

7. 7

   Add the goji berries during the last 10 minutes of cooking to prevent them from becoming too sour or mushy.

8. 8

   Season with salt to taste before serving hot.

Notes

This soup is particularly beneficial for those experiencing 'heatiness' or fatigue from lack of sleep. Codonopsis is a milder alternative to Ginseng, making it suitable for most body types.

Nutrition per serving

• soup
• herbal
• chicken
• healthy
• Traditional Chinese Medicine
• wellness
• slow-cooked