With the arrival of Gu Yu, we bid farewell to the slightest coolness brought to us by the spring cold, and ushered in more drizzle and warm breath. Gu Yu, the last solar term of this spring, not only brings a continuous drizzle, but also reminds us to start preparing for the transition to a hot summer. At this time, if I were asked what my favorite family activity would be, it would be to sit around the table and enjoy a few bowls of heart-warming soup from the inside out.
Why choose soup, because a good bowl of soup can expel moisture from the body, strengthen the body's vitality, and more importantly, it will satisfy the taste buds of the whole family. I've selected four soups that are delicious, easy to make, and healthy, each with its own unique taste and health effects that will definitely satisfy you and your family.
The four soups we are about to introduce are not only suitable for drinking in the rainy season, but they are actually just as delicious when you drink them in different seasons. Okay, without further ado, take out your saucepan and walk with me into the world of these four delicious soups!
Recommended recipe 1: Wakame beef broth
Wakame, this green baby from the seaside, is rich in minerals and vitamins, and when paired with beef, it not only provides rich protein, but also strengthens the body's resistance. The perfect blend of the oceanic flavor of this soup with the umami of the beef makes it the perfect choice for refreshing your mind during the rainy season.
Main ingredients: wakame, beef, garlic, ginger
Here's how:
Slice the beef and marinate for a moment with an appropriate amount of cooking wine and ginger slices.
Wakame is washed and cut to the appropriate length.
Add an appropriate amount of water to the pot, add the marinated beef and wakame, bring to a boil over high heat, and skim off the foam.
Add the chopped garlic and ginger and continue to cook, reducing heat to low and simmering until the beef is cooked through.
Add an appropriate amount of salt to taste according to taste, cook for a few minutes and then remove from the pan.
Recommended recipe 2: Lotus seed white fungus fish maw soup
Lotus seeds and white fungus are well-known health products, combined with nourishing and strengthening fish maw, this soup can not only moisturize the skin, but also improve the quality of sleep, is a rare health soup in the rainy season.
Main ingredients: lotus seeds, white fungus, fish maw, wolfberry
Here's how:
Soak the white fungus in advance, and soak the fish maw in water until soft.
Remove the core of the lotus seeds, put them in a pot with white fungus and fish maw, and add enough water.
Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to a low heat and simmer until the ingredients are soft and glutinous.
Add an appropriate amount of goji berries and continue to simmer for 5 minutes.
Add a small amount of salt or add an appropriate amount of sugar to taste and enjoy.
Recommended recipe 3: yam ball soup
Yam balls soup is loved by many families for its smooth taste and rich nutritional value. Yam not only helps digestion, but also stabilizes blood sugar, making it even more nutritious and delicious when made into meatball soup.
Main ingredients: yam, ground pork, chopped green onion
Here's how:
Peel and grind the yam and mix well with the ground meat, a little chopped green onion and seasonings.
揉捏成小丸子备用。
Add water to a pot and bring to a boil, then boil the meatballs until they float.
Add salt and pepper to taste, sprinkle with chopped green onions to enhance the fragrance, and serve.
Recommended recipe 4: lotus seed mung bean soup
The combination of lotus seeds and mung beans can not only clear away heat and detoxify, but also replenish physical strength, especially suitable for eating in the rainy season. This soup is sweet and delicious, helping to relieve spring sleepiness and lift the spirits.
Main ingredients: lotus seeds, mung beans, rock sugar
Here's how:
Soak lotus seeds and mung beans for a few hours in advance.
Put the lotus seeds and mung beans together in a pot, add water and bring to a boil over high heat.
Reduce the heat and simmer until the mung beans and lotus seeds are cooked through and tender.
Add an appropriate amount of rock sugar according to taste, and simmer until the rock sugar is completely dissolved.
Each of these four soups has its own unique flavor and health benefits, especially suited to the rainy season. Not only will it help you and your family resist moisture, but it will also keep your body and mind well nourished. Try these simple and delicious soups that are guaranteed to make the whole family fall in love with the soup habit!