Island Nest With Ginseng

Ginseng is a slow-growing plant with a forked-shaped root, which is similar to the legs of a person. Ginseng itself has various classifications such as Asian ginseng (red ginseng, fresh ginseng, white ginseng, and wild ginseng) and American ginseng.

What is used the most for medical purpose is the root of the ginseng, though the leaf is also sometimes used. Limited research shows that ginseng has various benefits including roles as a stimulant, type II diabetes treatment, and cure for sexual dysfunction in men. Ginseng is also used in herbal teas, energy drinks, or cosmetic materials.

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, ginseng is claimed to calm the body, restore the health, and boost the energy. However, some overdose use of ginseng might lead to some symptoms. Therefore, it is important to consume it in the correct amount.

Ginseng, if combined with the Island Nest, might provide unlimited health benefits as each of them has numerous benefits themselves. One of the perfect combinations for Island Nest and ginseng is through a high-protein dessert, like this Island Nest Soup with Ginseng & Rock Sugar recipe:

 

Island Nest With Ginseng

Ingredients:

- 3 pieces of dry Island Nest

- 10 grams of sliced ginseng

- 100 grams of rock sugar

- 300 ml water

How to cook:

1. Soak Island Nest in clear water for at least 4 hours, and change the water to soak it again for another 2 hours. Observe that the Island Nest becomes soft and expand from its original shape.

2. Dispose water used to soak the Island Nest with filter.

3. Rinse the ginseng.

4. Place the Island Nest and ginseng with 200 ml of hot water and simmer for 1.5 hours.

5. Add rock sugar and stir for 10-15 minutes until the Island Nest is soft. Simmer for another 30 minutes.

6. Let it cool down for 15 minutes, then serve.  Back to top