Job's Tears & Barley Soup

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

Job's Tears15g
Barley15g
Lily Bulb10g

Instructions

  1. 1Soak 15g job's tears in water for 2 hours (or overnight), then drain.
  2. 2Soak 15g barley in water for 1 hour, then drain.
  3. 3Soak 10g lily bulb petals in water for 15 minutes.
  4. 4Combine job's tears, barley, and 3 cups of water in a pot.
  5. 5Bring to a boil, then reduce to low heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
  6. 6Add lily bulb and continue simmering for another 15 minutes until everything is soft.
  7. 7The soup should be slightly thick with tender grains.
  8. 8Serve warm. Can be mashed lightly for younger toddlers.
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