Snow Fungus and Red Dates Soup

Ingredients

• 20g (0.7oz) dried snow fungus 20g (0.7oz) dried snow fungus
• 10 red dates 10 red dates
• 1 tablespoon goji berries 1 tablespoon goji berries
• 4 cups (950ml) water 4 cups (950ml) water
• 2 tablespoons honey 2 tablespoons honey

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 120 / 502
• Fat (total, saturated): 0g / 0g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 30g / 25g
• Protein: 1g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 0g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Soak the dried snow fungus in cold water for 30 minutes until it softens. Trim off the hard parts and tear into small pieces.
2. 2.
   Rinse the red dates and remove the pits.
3. 3.
   In a pot, bring the water to a boil. Add the soaked snow fungus, red dates, and goji berries.
4. 4.
   Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 1 hour, or until the snow fungus is tender.
5. 5.
   Stir in the honey and simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
6. 6.
   Serve the Snow Fungus and Red Dates Soup hot or chilled.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Snow fungus — Make sure to soak the dried snow fungus in cold water until it softens before using it in the recipe.
• Red dates — Rinse the red dates and remove the pits before adding them to the soup.

Tips & Tricks

• For a creamier texture, you can add a small amount of coconut milk or almond milk to the soup.
• If you prefer a sweeter taste, you can adjust the amount of honey according to your preference.
• Feel free to add other dried fruits or nuts of your choice to enhance the flavor and texture of the soup.
• This soup can be enjoyed hot during the winter months or chilled as a refreshing dessert during the summer.

Serving advice

Serve the Snow Fungus and Red Dates Soup in small bowls as a light dessert or a nourishing snack. It can be enjoyed both hot and chilled, depending on your preference.

Presentation advice

Garnish the soup with a sprinkle of goji berries or a few fresh mint leaves to add a pop of color and enhance the visual appeal.