Red Date Lily Stewed Bird's Nest Recipe
Apr 18, 2018
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Bird's nest is rich in water-soluble protein (about 50%) and contains a variety of amino acids, cellulose, carbohydrates, and a small amount of fat. It also contains minerals such as calcium, sulfur, potassium, phosphorus, and iodine. It is particularly beneficial for children's development and accelerates recovery after illness and childbirth.
Benefits: Nourishes yin and moisturizes dryness, regulates the body, strengthens the physique.
| Type of Bird's Nest |
Suitable for |
Benefits |
| Guan Yan |
Men, women, young and old |
Nourishes yin and moisturizes dryness, regulates the body, strengthens the physique |
| Blood Nest |
Especially suitable for new mothers, anemic individuals, post-surgery recovery, and the elderly |
Richer in minerals than Golden Nest, has blood-tonifying and iron-supplementing effects |
| Golden Nest |
Pregnant women and middle-aged individuals |
Has the same benefits as Guan Yan, but with higher mineral content and a smoother texture |
Ingredients:
Bird's nest 2 pieces (approx. 15g)
Red dates 10 pieces
Lily bulb 10g
Rock sugar a little
Method:
- First, pit the red dates, wash and drain them along with the lily bulb, and set aside.
- Place the red dates and lily bulb into a stew pot, add 1 bowl of boiled water, and stew for 45 minutes.
- Add the pre-soaked, washed, and drained bird's nest, along with an appropriate amount of rock sugar, and stew for another 20-30 minutes.