As winter arrives, it means we can't be careless with our energy; we must learn to "store" it. When kidney energy is insufficient in winter, one may experience cold hands and feet, lack of sleep, and low energy. However, porridge can help replenish these deficiencies.
"Everyone in the world seeks longevity, but few realize it's right before their eyes. I have learned the simple method of Wanchu, and by just eating porridge, one can attain the state of an immortal."
There are hundreds of types of porridge. The few types of porridge I'm about to share next are the most nourishing. Make them for your family when you have free time, and keep everyone healthy.
Millet and Pumpkin Porridge
Millet and Pumpkin Porridge
Suitable for: Babies over 8 months old
Millet porridge has been a great remedy for stomach health since ancient times. It is nutritious and has the effects of stimulating appetite, nourishing the stomach, and aiding digestion. Regular consumption can improve a baby's immunity and help prevent intestinal diseases. Paired with egg yolk and pumpkin, it's sweet and chewy, and I believe your baby will love it.
1 egg (yolk only), 50g pumpkin, 50g millet
Steps
1. First, cook the millet porridge. Then, boil an egg until done.
2. When the porridge is almost ready, wash the pumpkin, peel it, and cut it into small pieces.
3. Steam it until tender, then puree it in a blender.
4. Mash the egg yolk and mix it with the pumpkin puree. Pour both into the millet porridge and stir well to combine.
5. The sweet and fragrant millet porridge is ready!
Carrot and Rice Porridge
Carrot and Rice Porridge
Suitable for: Babies over 10 months old
Carrots have the effects of strengthening the spleen, resolving stagnation, clearing heat, moistening the intestines, promoting bowel movements, and stimulating appetite, making them highly nutritious. The rich carotene in carrots is converted into vitamin A in the body, which plays a vital role in promoting a baby's growth, development, and maintaining normal vision.
Ingredients
30g ground pork, 15g carrot, 30g rice
Method
1. Peel the carrot, wash it, and dice it into small pieces.
2. Wash the pork and chop it into a fine mince.
3. Place the rice in a rice cooker and add an appropriate amount of water.
4. Add the diced carrot and ground pork mince.
5. Cook until the ingredients are soft and tender, then it's ready to be served.
Chicken and Goji Berry Yam Porridge
Yam and Goji Berry Porridge
Suitable for: Babies over 10 months old
Yam contains substances like amylase and polyphenol oxidase, which are beneficial for the digestive and absorption functions of the spleen and stomach, and can enhance a baby's gastrointestinal health. Goji berries are good for the eyes and boost immunity, but it's best to give them to babies in small amounts. (Follow the official WeChat account "Star Mom's Kitchen" and reply with "yam" to get more yam recipes)
Ingredients
2 goji berries, 30g yam, 1 small bowl of rice porridge
Steps
1. Soak the goji berries in water for a while.
2. Peel the yam, wash it, and cut it into small pieces.
3. Pour the rice porridge into a small pot and bring to a boil.
4. Add the yam pieces and simmer on low heat until the yam becomes soft. Then, mash the yam with a spoon while gently stirring to prevent it from sticking to the pot.
5. Add the goji berries.
6. Once the goji berries are cooked, serve the porridge in a bowl.
Longan and Lotus Seed Porridge
Longan and Lotus Seed Porridge
Suitable for: Babies over 1.5 years old
Glutinous rice and wheat are rich in nutrients like vitamin B group, calcium, and iron, which can promote sleep and prevent anemia. Longan and lotus seeds have the effect of nourishing the heart and kidneys.
Ingredients
1/2 cup glutinous rice, 75g wheat, 30g longan, 55g lotus seeds, 7 red dates, 8 cups water, 1/2 teaspoon rock sugar
Steps
1. Wash all the ingredients. Remove the pits from the red dates, shell the longan, and remove the bitter cores from the lotus seeds. Add water to the wheat and glutinous rice.
2. Add the red dates.
3. Finally, add the lotus seeds and simmer on low heat for 30 minutes.
4. Add the longan and cook for another 10 minutes. Stir in the rock sugar before serving.
With these simple and easy recipes, what are you waiting for? Hurry and cook a pot of porridge for your family!
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