Bird's nest has long been a prized tonic. Rich in water-soluble proteins and amino acids like glycine, it promotes cell growth and regeneration, lending skin smoothness, elasticity, and radiance while reducing wrinkles. This has made it a favorite among women, especially affluent ones. Though scholars have noted its nutritional value is comparable to eggs or milk, its rarity only heightens its perceived value.After hours, even a full day of preparation, holding that delicate bowl in your hands and savoring it slowly, you can't help but feel a sense of reverence.Below are several beauty-enhancing recipes featuring bird's nest. Let's explore them together!
Bird's Nest with Silver Ear Fungus and Lotus Seed Pudding
Ingredients:
65g silver ear fungus, 20g goji berries, 95g lily bulbs, 40g lotus seeds, 1000ml water, 80g rock sugar.
Method:
1. Rinse goji berries, white fungus, and lotus seeds separately. Soak in cold water until softened, then drain and set aside.
2. Remove stems from softened white fungus and separate into small pieces.
3. Rinse lily bulbs petal by petal and set aside.
4. Bring water to a boil in a soup pot. Add lotus seeds from step 1 and simmer for about 10 minutes until tender. Add rock sugar, goji berries from step 1, and white fungus from step 2.
4. Bring water to a boil in a soup pot. Add the lotus seeds from step 1 and simmer for about 10 minutes until tender. Add rock sugar, goji berries from step 1, and white fungus from step 2. Bring to a boil again. Remove from heat and stir in the lily bulbs from step 3.