Sweet Almond Pork Soup for Lung Yin Support
Sweet Almond Pork Soup for Lung Yin Support (3–4 servings)
Ingredients
- 500 g pork bones or lean pork
- 20 g South almonds (Nan Xing)
- 10 g North almonds (Bei Xing)
- 3–4 dried figs, halved
- 1–2 honey dates (Mi Zao)
- 1.5–2 liters water
- A pinch of salt (to taste)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Pork
Place the pork in a pot with cold water and bring it to a boil. Once impurities rise to the surface, remove the pork and rinse thoroughly under cold water. This helps keep the broth clear and clean-tasting.
2. Assemble the Soup
Transfer the blanched pork into a soup pot or slow cooker. Add the South almonds, North almonds, dried figs, and honey dates.
3. Cook the Soup
Pour in 1.5–2 liters of water and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it gently simmer:
- Stovetop: 1.5 to 2 hours
- Slow cooker: 3 to 4 hours on high
4. Season and Serve
Add a small pinch of salt just before serving. The soup should have a naturally mild sweetness from the figs and almonds, so keep seasoning light.
Effects/Benefits
Pork (bones or lean): Nourishes Qi and Blood while supporting overall body strength and recovery.
South Almonds (Nan Xing): Moistens the lungs and helps ease mild dryness and cough.
North Almonds (Bei Xing): Helps stop cough, calm wheezing, and direct Lung Qi downward.
Dried Figs: Gently nourish the lungs, moisten dryness, and support digestion.
Honey Dates (Mi Zao): Tonify Qi, harmonize the formula, and add gentle sweetness to soothe the throat.
Water: Acts as the medium to extract and deliver the herbs’ nourishing properties throughout the body.
Disclaimer
The information provided on this website is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) food therapy is a complementary approach and should not replace professional medical diagnosis, treatment, or advice.
Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medications, or have a medical condition. Individual responses to herbs and foods may vary.