Among the various foods we consume, soup stands out as a nutrient-rich and highly digestible option. Scientific surveys indicate that among over 60,000 individuals assessed in nutritional surveys, those with optimal nutrition consistently reported frequent soup consumption. Thus, drinking soup serves as an excellent dietary therapy method. 1. Radish and Oxtail Soup Ingredients: Oxtail, radish, minced galangal (to taste), chopped celery (to taste), salt (to taste).
Method: Cut oxtail into chunks and rinse thoroughly. Place oxtail in a rice cooker, press the switch, and bring to a boil. Wash radish, peel, and cut into chunks. Transfer oxtail and radish chunks to a stew pot, add sufficient water, and stir in minced galangal. Simmer for approximately one hour, adding water periodically as needed until both oxtail and radish are tender.
Benefits: Beef replenishes qi and strengthens the middle jiao, tonifying the spleen and stomach with effects similar to astragalus. Oxtail contains marrow, which nourishes essence and marrow, moisturizes skin and complexion, treats fractures, and alleviates bruising and pain.
2. Pork Ribs with Carrot and Tofu Stew
Main Ingredients: 500g pork ribs.
Ingredients: 2 carrots, 250g soft tofu, salt, pepper, ginger, scallions (to taste).
Method: Rinse ribs and blanch in boiling water to remove scum. Drain and rinse with hot water. Place ribs, 5cm scallion segments, and 3 ginger slices in a pot with water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low and simmer.Wash and peel the carrots, then cut into chunks. When the ribs are 90% cooked, add the carrots. Bring to a boil again, then reduce to medium heat and simmer. Once the carrots are tender, add salt to taste. Prepare the soft tofu: wash and cut into 1-inch cubes. Add to the pot and simmer for 3-5 minutes.Sprinkle a pinch of pepper before serving.
Benefits: The complementary properties of pork ribs, carrots, and tofu elevate the nutritional value of this stew. Soybeans in tofu contain saponins, which not only help prevent atherosclerosis but also promote iodine excretion from the body.