Lotus seed white fungus soup, a traditional dessert, combines the sweetness of lotus seeds with the smoothness of white fungus, and is known as a "natural nourishing agent".
It not only has an attractive appearance, but also a delicate taste, which is loved by a large number of diners.
So what can't lotus seed white fungus soup be eaten with?
White radish: White radish is a cold food, and eating it with white fungus is easy to produce chemical reactions and affect nutrient absorption.
Spinach: Spinach contains a large amount of oxalic acid, which will combine with the calcium in Tremella fuciformis to form calcium oxalate, which affects nutrient absorption.
Pork belly: Pork belly may cause poisoning when eaten with lotus seeds, so be cautious when eating it.
Cold foods: such as mung beans, crabs, etc., these foods are eaten with white fungus lotus seed soup, which may irritate the gastrointestinal tract and cause diarrhea, vomiting and other symptoms.
The correct way to make lotus seed white fungus soup is as follows
Soaking: Dried lotus seeds and white fungus need to be soaked for 2-3 hours in advance to allow them to fully absorb water and expand.
Cleaning and cutting: Remove the core of the soaked lotus seeds, tear the white fungus into small pieces, and wash repeatedly to remove impurities.
Cooking: Put lotus seeds and white fungus into a pot, add enough water, bring to a boil over high heat, then turn to low heat and simmer for 1-15 hours.
Seasoning: When the soup is thick, add an appropriate amount of rock sugar and stir well, and cook for another 10 minutes.
Precautions for purchase
Lotus seeds: When purchasing, pay attention to lotus seeds with full particles and natural color, and avoid choosing black and odorous ones.
Tremella: Observe the color, smell and texture when purchasing, and avoid buying tremella that is too bright or too dull or has a pungent smell.
Rock sugar: Choose rock sugar with high purity, transparency and no impurities, and avoid buying rock sugar with peculiar smell.
Tips
It is best to put the boiled lotus seed white fungus soup in an airtight container and put it in the refrigerator. It is recommended to consume within 2-3 days.
Lotus seed white fungus soup has a tonic effect, but excessive consumption may cause indigestion. People with weak constitution should eat it in moderation and nourish it under the guidance of a physician.
Lotus seed white fungus soup