How to Make Silver Ear Mushroom and Lotus Seed Porridge
Silver Ear Mushroom and Lotus Seed Porridge is a highly nutritious dish. It has a sweet flavor and is known for its benefits in nourishing the heart and calming the mind.
Estimated Cooking Difficulty: ★★★★
Essential Ingredients and Tools
- Silver Ear Mushroom (Tremella)
- Lotus Seeds (without hearts)
- Red Dates (Jujubes)
- Goji Berries (optional)
- Rock Sugar
Measurements
For 1 serving:
- Silver Ear Mushroom: 60g
- Lotus Seeds (without hearts): 20g
- Red Dates: 6g
- Goji Berries: 5-6g
- Rock Sugar: 10-20g
Instructions
- Soak the Silver Ear Mushroom and Lotus Seeds in clean water for 2 hours. Soak the Red Dates for 10-20 minutes. Wash the Goji Berries and set aside.
- Pour 600ml of water into a pot and bring it to a boil. Then add the Silver Ear Mushroom, Lotus Seeds, and Red Dates in that order.
- Once the water boils again, cover the pot and reduce the heat to medium. Continue simmering.
- After simmering for about 1 hour, add 5-10g of Rock Sugar and 5-6g of Goji Berries. Reduce the heat to low and continue simmering.
- Simmer on low heat for another 30 minutes. The Silver Ear Mushroom should begin to become thick and viscous.
- Add another 5-10g of Rock Sugar and stir with a spoon for 5-10 minutes.
- Turn off the heat and serve with a spoon.
Additional Tips
- When the Silver Ear Mushroom becomes viscous, stir it promptly with a spoon to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
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