Sour Plum Soup, a classic Chinese summer drink, is beloved for its refreshing taste and health benefits. Making it at home is simple and allows customization to suit your palate. Here’s a step-by-step guide.
Ingredients:
- 50g dried sour plums (washed and pitted)
- 30g rock sugar (adjust to taste)
- 10g dried tangerine peel (soaked and rinsed)
- 1 tbsp hawthorn slices (optional, for tanginess)
- 1 liter water
- Ice cubes (for serving)
Steps:
1. Prepare Ingredients: Soak tangerine peel until soft; pit the sour plums to avoid bitterness.
2. Cook the Base: In a pot, combine water, sour plums, tangerine peel, and hawthorn slices. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20–30 minutes until the flavors meld.
3. Sweeten: Add rock sugar, stir until dissolved, and simmer for another 5 minutes. Let cool completely.
4. Strain and Chill: Strain the liquid into a jar, discard solids, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
5. Serve: Pour over ice, add fresh mint or lemon slices for extra zest.
Tips: For a richer taste, use black sugar instead of rock sugar. Adjust sourness by varying the plum-to-sugar ratio. Enjoy this cooling, low-calorie drink anytime!
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