Poria (Fu Ling) may not look impressive,
but it is known as the “Divine Medicine of All Seasons”.
The nutritious Iron Stick Yam (Tie Gun Shan Yao)
and seasonal vegetables like lotus root and water bamboo are
great choices for the autumn table.
Autumn Treasure Foods
Yam (Shan Yao)
Iron Stick Yam (Tie Gun Shan Yao) can strengthen the spleen, nourish the lungs, and stabilize the kidneys while benefiting essence. Eating yam can help prevent some diseases that are common in autumn.
Learn to Make Yam Cakes
Cooking Method:
1. Peel the steamed yam and mash it into a paste;
2. Add glutinous rice flour and sticky rice flour to the yam paste to form a dough;
3. Shape the dough into cakes and coat with sesame seeds;
4. Fry each side of the yam cake for about 2 minutes.
Autumn Treasure Foods
Chrysanthemum (Ju Hua)
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the liver opens to the eyes, and Chrysanthemum (Ju Hua) primarily functions to clear the liver and improve vision. Ancient texts suggest that yellow and white chrysanthemums are true chrysanthemums, with yellow having strong heat-clearing properties and white being effective for vision. Chrysanthemum is not only beautiful and fragrant but also medicinal and edible, making it a unique feature of autumn health.
Learn to Make Crystal Chrysanthemum Jelly
Cooking Method:
1. Soak Hangbai chrysanthemum in boiling water for 15 minutes and strain the tea;
2. Add yellow rock sugar and white jelly powder to the chrysanthemum water and bring to a boil;
3. After cooling for 5 minutes, add the soaked Hangbai chrysanthemum;
4. Pour the chrysanthemum water into molds and refrigerate again.
Autumn Treasure Foods
Poria (Fu Ling)
Poria (Fu Ling) is formed by the intertwining of countless mycelia. In early autumn, with residual summer heat and humidity, Poria has the effect of strengthening the spleen and promoting urination. Consuming Poria can help alleviate symptoms such as poor appetite and chronic diarrhea. Poria is neutral in nature and can be combined with medicines of all seasons, hence it is also called “Divine Medicine of All Seasons”.
Learn to Make Perilla Poria Chicken Cakes
Cooking Method:
1. Remove tendons from chicken breast and chop finely;
2. Blend the seasoned chicken into a paste;
3. Add equal parts Poria powder to the chicken paste;
4. Mix with water until thickened;
5. Spread the batter in a pan to form small cakes;
6. Fry the Poria cakes over medium heat until both sides are golden;
7. Drizzle hot oil over the cakes.
Autumn Treasure Foods
Water Bamboo (Jiao Bai)
Consuming cold foods in summer can weaken the spleen and stomach, increasing dampness in the body. Eating Water Bamboo (Jiao Bai) has the effect of clearing heat and promoting urination. The dry climate can lead to respiratory diseases, and children who frequently have nosebleeds can benefit from eating more water bamboo to drain fire and relieve irritability.
Learn to Make Scallion Braised Water Bamboo
Cooking Method:
1. Peel and cut the water bamboo into chunks;
2. Blanch the water bamboo for two minutes;
3. Sauté the white part of the scallion until golden;
4. Add chopped scallions and continue to stir-fry;
5. Add ginger slices and dried shrimp for seasoning.
Our video channel is here! Click the video below to easilylike, share, and comment, and learn a bit of health knowledge every day for a healthier life.
Health Road Program Broadcast Time
“Treasure Foods on the Autumn Table” (Part 6)
△ First Broadcast: September 16 at 18:05
△ Rebroadcast: Next day at 09:36
● More Exciting Content
1Prevent Autumn Dryness and Nourish the Spleen and Stomach with These Foods! | Health Road2Treasure Foods! Water Chestnut, Taro, Osmanthus, Blue Crab, Make Sure to Eat These This Autumn! | Health Road3Duck Meat Reduces Autumn Dryness, Olive Can Generate Fluids, Treasure Foods for Autumn, Please Save! | Health Road4Longan, Dried Tangerine Peel, Fermented Black Soybeans, Nourish the Spleen and Stomach This Autumn, Choose These Foods! | Health Road5Fox Nut, Water Chestnut, Duck, and Hairy Crab, Eat These Aquatic Treasures This Autumn! | Health RoadPlease contact the editor for reprints, unauthorized complaints will be filed.
Of course, everyone is welcome to share this article with friends.
Article Edited by: Bing Xi Edited by: Xia Yi
