Codonopsis and Chestnut Chicken Soup
Overview
Codonopsis pilosula is a traditional tonic medicine commonly used in China. It has the effects of tonifying the middle and replenishing qi, strengthening the spleen and lungs. Because it contains a variety of nutrients, it can enhance immunity, improve microcirculation, enhance hematopoietic function, etc. Adding some red dates, wolfberries and chestnuts when stewing Codonopsis pilosula with chicken not only makes the soup taste more delicious, but also has good health care effects, and can also enhance the body's resistance and immunity. There is some particularity in the choice of chicken for soup. Generally, hens that are 2 or 3 years old are more popular. I chose a hen that is one year old. Not only does the soup taste delicious, but the meat is not too bad, so it is very suitable for eating meat and drinking soup.
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Steps
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After buying the slaughtered hen, soak it in clean water for half a day. It is best to change the water twice during this period, then clean it and cut off the chicken's nails
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Tie up the chicken feet and stuff them into the chicken’s belly; (it’s easier to put them in the pot)
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Wash Codonopsis Codonopsis, soak mushrooms, peel chestnuts, slice green onions and ginger, set aside
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Two mushrooms, green onion and ginger were also stuffed into the chicken belly
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Put the prepared chicken into the pot, then add Codonopsis pilosula, mushrooms, chestnuts, onions and ginger, and add water to cover the chicken
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After the fire comes to a boil, skim off the foam, cover and simmer over low heat for about an hour; add salt, pepper and wolfberry to taste before serving
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