Many assume beauty and hydration are exclusively for women, but this is untrue. Men also need to properly care for their skin, especially during autumn and winter when dry weather demands moisture replenishment. There are numerous methods for men's skin hydration, including handy tips and tricks. Today, we'll share some hydrating recipes tailored for men.
Autumn-Winter Moisturizing Recipes for Men
Moisturizing is crucial for men, yet many neglect it—a significant mistake. The dryness of autumn and winter makes hydration essential. Below are some seasonal recipes for men's skin hydration.
Astragalus and Jujube Decoction
Combine 15–30g of Astragalus root,10g jujubes, and 30g lily bulbs. Simmer for 30–40 minutes, then consume the soup and ingredients together. Among these three ingredients, astragalus is warming and qi-tonifying; jujubes nourish blood, boost qi, and strengthen the spleen and stomach; while lily bulbs nourish yin and support lung health.Combined, they greatly benefit patients with both qi and blood deficiency, alleviating fatigue and cold sensitivity while moisturizing the skin.
Chrysanthemum and Pork Liver Soup
Ingredients: 500g pork liver, 1000g clear broth, 3 eggs, 10g fresh chrysanthemum flowers.
Method: Thoroughly clean the pork liver, cut it in half, and remove all membranes and connective tissue. Use the back of a knife to pound it into a paste. Add an appropriate amount of clear broth, egg whites, cooking wine, and other seasonings. Mix thoroughly until well combined. Place the mixture in a container and steam it over boiling water until cooked. During steaming, sprinkle some fresh chrysanthemum flowers on top.Once the liver is fully cooked, bring the remaining clear broth and seasonings to a boil, adjust to taste, and pour over the steamed liver in the container.
Chrysanthemum flowers dispel wind, clear heat, soothe the liver, improve vision, and regulate blood flow. Combined with pork liver in a soup dish, they nourish liver blood, enhance complexion, and brighten eyesight.
Braised Button Mushrooms
Main Ingredient: Button mushrooms.
Supporting Ingredients: Bok choy, ground pork, shredded scallions and ginger, red bell pepper.
Seasonings: Salt, MSG, sugar, soy sauce, cornstarch slurry, pickled chili paste.
Cooking Method
1. Slice button mushrooms, blanch in boiling water, then drain. Wash bok choy and cut into sections; set aside.
2.Heat oil in a wok. Stir-fry bok choy, season with salt and sugar until tender. Add MSG, then transfer to a serving plate. Add more oil to the wok. Stir-fry minced pork until crumbly. Add scallions, ginger, pickled chili paste, and button mushrooms. Stir-fry until combined. Season with soy sauce, salt, and sugar. Add red bell pepper. Thicken with cornstarch slurry. Add MSG, then plate over the bok choy.
Characteristics: Savory, slightly spicy, and nutrient-rich.
Nutritional Value of Edible Fungi: High protein, cholesterol-free, starch-free, low fat, low sugar, rich in dietary fiber, amino acids, vitamins, and minerals. Edible fungi embody all the beneficial qualities of food, reaching the pinnacle of nutritional value among plant-based foods. They are hailed as "God's food" and "longevity food."
Assorted Broccoli
Ingredients: Broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, red bell peppers.