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Daily tip on Chinese medicine for wellness and balance
Warm and Strengthening Meals for Fall and Winter According to TCM
In the autumn and winter, according to the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), it is recommended to eat warm and strengthening foods that will help maintain the balance of Qi energy and support the body in colder weather. Such meals support the digestive system, especially the stomach and spleen, which according to TCM are the basis of health and immunity. Below you will find a recipe that can improve well-being and provide warmth and energy.
Chinese recipe for a warming pumpkin soup with ginger and garlic
Ingredients:
1 small pumpkin (Hokkaido or butternut), peeled and diced
1 large carrot, sliced
1 potato, diced (optional, for thickness)
1 onion, chopped
2-3 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
A piece of ginger (about 2 cm), grated or finely chopped
1-2 tablespoons sesame oil or olive oil
1 liter of vegetable or chicken stock
Salt and pepper to taste
Pinch of cinnamon and turmeric (optional, for an extra warming effect)
Parsley for decoration
Preparation:
In heated oil, fry onion, garlic and ginger for a few minutes until soft and aromatic.
Add the chopped pumpkin, carrot and potato. Fry for a few minutes, stirring frequently.
Add the broth, season with salt, pepper, cinnamon and turmeric. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 20-30 minutes, until the vegetables are soft.
Once cooked, blend the soup with a blender until smooth.
Serve warm, sprinkled with parsley.
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