Job's Tears & Barley Soup
12+moPorridge
Prep15m
Cook45m
Servings3
A light, soothing Chinese herbal soup with job's tears and barley, enriched with lily bulb. Traditionally believed to promote healthy skin and aid digestion.
Ingredients
Instructions
- 1Soak 15g job's tears in water for 2 hours (or overnight), then drain.
- 2Soak 15g barley in water for 1 hour, then drain.
- 3Soak 10g lily bulb petals in water for 15 minutes.
- 4Combine job's tears, barley, and 3 cups of water in a pot.
- 5Bring to a boil, then reduce to low heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
- 6Add lily bulb and continue simmering for another 15 minutes until everything is soft.
- 7The soup should be slightly thick with tender grains.
- 8Serve warm. Can be mashed lightly for younger toddlers.