
CALMING CHICKEN & LOTUS SEED SOUP
The lotus seed and mushrooms will strengthen the Spleen and Kidney, which will have a calming impact on the Heart.
2 chicken thighs or legs, chopped into small pieces
2 tsp of oil
¼ cup of flour
6 cups of boiling water
6 shiitake mushrooms, cut into strips
Handful of lotus seeds
1 tsp of salt
1 tsp of mushroom seasoning
Splash of wine
2 tbsp of soy sauce
Escarole or other leafy green, chopped
1
If you are using lotus seed, soak them for 5-10 minutes in hot water.
2
Dust the chicken with the flour and set aside.
3
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.
4
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.
5
Next, add the mushroom seasoning, soy sauce and wine and allow to cook for 5 minutes. Taste for saltiness and adjust to your taste.
6
Add the escarole or other leafy green, and serve.
CategorySoups
Ingredients
2 chicken thighs or legs, chopped into small pieces
2 tsp of oil
¼ cup of flour
6 cups of boiling water
6 shiitake mushrooms, cut into strips
Handful of lotus seeds
1 tsp of salt
1 tsp of mushroom seasoning
Splash of wine
2 tbsp of soy sauce
Escarole or other leafy green, chopped













