Black goji berries are known as "golden nourishment" and can nourish the kidneys, nourish the liver and improve eyesight, as well as promote beauty and rejuvenation. They are suitable for people with weak lower back and knees, dizziness, palpitations, and insomnia. So, how can black goji berries be eaten for the best effect?
Black Goji Berry and Sea Cucumber Stew
Ingredients:
300g soaked sea cucumber, 10g Codonopsis pilosula, 10g black goji berries, 50g lily bulbs.
Preparation:
1. Wash and slice the Codonopsis pilosula and extract 10ml of concentrated solution using a water boiling method. Steam the rest of the ingredients.
2. Blanch the sea cucumber in boiling water and slice the lily bulbs.
3. Heat 35g of vegetable oil in a pot, add the scallions, sea cucumber, 20g soy sauce, 15g cooking wine, a little white sugar and MSG, stir-fry briefly, then add 75g of clear broth and bring to a boil. When the soup is at the desired consistency, add the concentrated solution of Codonopsis pilosula, lily bulbs, and black goji berries. Thicken the sauce with starch and drizzle with Sichuan peppercorn oil.
Effects: Nourishes the kidneys and heart, calms the mind.
Black Goji Berry and Loquat Paste
Ingredients:
50g black goji berries, 50g loquats, 50g black sesame seeds, 50g walnuts, honey as needed.
Preparation:
1. Wash and chop the loquats and walnuts. Wash the black goji berries and black sesame seeds, then soak them in water until fully softened. Put them in a pot and heat, bringing to a boil over high heat, then simmer for 20 minutes. Extract the decoction once.
2. Repeat the process three times, then combine all the decoctions. Simmer over low heat until it thickens into a paste, then add honey in a 1:1 ratio. Bring to a boil and then remove from heat. Let it cool, then bottle it for later use. Take 1 tablespoon in the morning and evening, dissolve in hot water, and consume continuously for 3-4 weeks.
Effects: Nourishes the yin and moistens the lungs, nourishes the liver and kidneys.
Black Goji Berry and Sheep Kidney Chive Porridge
Ingredients:
1 pair of sheep kidneys, 100g lamb, 150g chives, 30g black goji berries, 100g glutinous rice.
Preparation:
1. Cut the sheep kidneys in half, dice the lamb and wash the chives.
2. Put the sheep kidneys, lamb, black goji berries, and glutinous rice in a pot.
3. Add enough water and cook the porridge over low heat. When it is almost cooked, add the chives.
4. Finally, add the black goji berries and boil for another two to three minutes.
Effects: Nourishes the kidneys and enhances vitality, strengthens the body.
Carrot and Black Goji Berry Stewed Beef
Ingredients:
15g carrots, 5g black goji berries, 300g beef, seasoning as needed.
Preparation:
1. Wash and cut the beef into pieces, blanch in boiling water to remove blood, then remove from heat.
2. Wash and peel the carrots, then cut into pieces. Put the carrots and beef in a pot.
3. Bring to a boil over high heat, add seasoning and black goji berries, then simmer over medium heat until the beef is tender.
Effects: Protects the liver and improves eyesight, nourishes the kidneys and strengthens essence.
Black Goji Berry and Chrysanthemum Tea
Ingredients:
5-8g black goji berries, 4 chrysanthemum flowers.
Preparation:
1. Wash the black goji berries and chrysanthemum flowers.
2. Put the chrysanthemum flowers in a cup and pour boiling water over them.
3. When the chrysanthemum tea cools down, add the black goji berries.
Effects: Clears heat, improves eyesight, detoxifies, and nourishes the skin.
Black Goji Berry and Astragalus Root Infusion
Ingredients: 8g black goji berries, 6g astragalus root.
Preparation: Put the astragalus root in a cup and pour boiling water over it. After the astragalus root infusion cools down, add the black goji berries.
Effects: Nourishes the blood and calms the mind, generates body fluids and relieves thirst.
