Cordyceps militaris
or
虫草花
虫草花
Chong Cao Hua
has become increasingly popular
in preparing herbal soups
From its name
many thought that it is the flower from Cordyceps Sinensis
Chong Cao Hua
is actually cultured fungus
that has similar medicinal value &
chemical composition as
the expensive Cordyceps Sinensis
冬虫草
冬虫草
but its strength is far from it
Cordyceps militaris
is suitable for everybody
Besides its anti-inflammation
and anti-aging properties
it can also
help relieve insomnia
&
strengthen one's lungs
1/2 chicken, chopped into chunks
12g cordyceps militaris/chong cao hua
10g dangshen
15g wolfberries
6 longan
6 red dates, optional
salt to taste
1) blanch chicken in boiling water, drained
2) bring water to a boil, add rinsed herbs (except wolfberries)
3) bring to a boil again, add chicken & allow to simmer for 2 hours
4) add wolfberries 5min just before soup is ready
5) add salt if necessary, serve hot
12g cordyceps militaris/chong cao hua
10g dangshen
15g wolfberries
6 longan
6 red dates, optional
salt to taste
1) blanch chicken in boiling water, drained
2) bring water to a boil, add rinsed herbs (except wolfberries)
3) bring to a boil again, add chicken & allow to simmer for 2 hours
4) add wolfberries 5min just before soup is ready
5) add salt if necessary, serve hot
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