Lotus and Longan Tonic Soup.

This soup is mildly sweet and is calming, soothing, quenching and relaxing after a long day.

(Questions about the ingredients? Check out Lotus Seeds / Chinese herbs and Asian Ingredients .)


Ingredients (yield 6-8 servings):

• Lotus Seeds 80g
• Lotus Root 600g
• Dried lily bulbs 15g
• Longan pulp 15g (about 8-10 longan with pit)
• 20 cups of water

Directions:

1. Wash all ingredients. Cut lotus root into chunks.
2. Boil 20 cups of water in a big pot.
3. Put all ingredients in boiling water and bring to boil.
4. Cook on medium high for 20 min and then turn heat to low. Cover and simmer 3 hours.
5. Serve.