Stewed Pear with Rock Sugar 冰糖燉雪梨

• servings: 1
• active time: 5 minute
• total time: 40 minutes

Ingredients

1 snow pear

5g rock sugar

30g Dried Lily

5-6 pieces of dried Goji berry

Directions

1. Wash the snow pear, cut off the top quarter of the pear to serve as a "lid". Soak dried lily for at least 10 minutes.

2. Next, carefully scoop out the pear core with a small spoon, be careful not to pierce through the pear to prevent the liquid from leaking out during stewing.

3. Place all the ingredients, rock sugar, dried lily, and Goji berry all together into the hollowed-out pear cup, and put the "lid" on top. Secure the "lid" with toothpicks if wish.

4. Placed the pear cups into a bowl, then set the bowl inside a steamer; steam for 30 minutes.

Notes

Snow pear 雪梨- moistens the lungs, clears heat, and relieves drynessPurpose: often used for dry coughs, sore throat, or dryness from seasonal changes (especially in fall). It’s also thought to help generate body fluids and ease thirst.

Goji berry 枸杞-nourishes the liver and kidneys, supports “yin” and bloodPurpose: traditionally used for eye health, boosting energy, and supporting overall vitality. It’s also commonly added to tonics for mild fatigue or weakness.

Dried lily bulb 百合- nourishes lung yin, clears heat, and calms the mindPurpose: used for dry cough, irritability, or restlessness. It’s also associated with improving sleep and easing mild anxiety.