Cheng tng

Dish

Cheng tng

Clear soup with dried fruits and nuts

Cheng tng is a sweet and refreshing dessert soup made from a variety of ingredients including barley, lotus seeds, dried longan, and rock sugar. The ingredients are boiled together until the soup is thick and fragrant. The soup is typically served cold and garnished with goji berries or dried red dates.

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Origins and history

Cheng tng has been a popular dessert in China for centuries. It is believed to have originated in the Tang dynasty.

Dietary considerations

Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free

Variations

Some variations of cheng tng include the addition of other ingredients such as ginkgo nuts, red beans, or sweet potato.

Presentation and garnishing

Cheng tng is typically served in a small bowl or cup and garnished with goji berries or dried red dates.

Tips & Tricks

To make the soup thicker, add more barley. To make it thinner, add more water.

Side-dishes

Cheng tng is typically served on its own as a dessert.

Drink pairings

A cup of hot jasmine tea pairs well with cheng tng.