red dates, longan and white fungus soup

How to Make Red Date, Longan, and Tremella Soup: A Complete Guide

Red date, longan, and tremella soup is a nourishing Chinese dessert loved for its sweet flavor and health benefits. Here’s a simple yet delicious recipe to make it at home.

Ingredients: 10 red dates (pitted), 15 longans, 10g dried tremella (soaked and torn into pieces), 1 piece of rock sugar (or to taste), and 1 liter of water. Optional: 3 goji berries for extra color.

Steps:

1. Prepare Ingredients: Soak tremella in warm water for 30 minutes until soft, then remove the stems and tear into small pieces. Pit the red dates and set aside.

2. Cook the Base: In a pot, add water, tremella, and red dates. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to low and simmer for 20 minutes.

3. Add Longan and Sweetener: Stir in longans and rock sugar. Continue simmering for 10 minutes until the sugar dissolves and the fruits are tender.

4. Finish and Serve: If using, add goji berries in the last 2 minutes. Turn off the heat, let it cool slightly, and serve warm or chilled.

Tips: For richer flavor, simmer longer until the soup thickens. Avoid overcooking tremella to keep it gelatinous. This soup is perfect for boosting energy and nourishing the skin, making it ideal for any season!