Winter · from 7 Dec

Major Snow

Name: Coriander chicken rice noodle soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2
Ingredients: Chicken breast 150 g; Coriander 1 large bunch; Rice vermicelli 1 nest; Ginger 3 slices; Clear stock 800 ml; Salt a pinch; White pepper a pinch

大雪

Deeply nourish, protect against severe cold.

Next: Winter Solstice on 22 Dec — 15 days

7 Dec 2026

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Major Snow · Breakfast · Qi Stagnation

Coriander chicken rice noodle soup

Shredded chicken in a clear broth with a big handful of coriander — fragrant and refreshing.

25 min
Serves 2
Simmer
Easy

NeutralMoves qiLifts the appetite

Why it suits you: Short Major Snow days leave qi-stagnation types low. Coriander is pungent and fragrant, moving qi and lifting the appetite.

Method

Prep 10 min · Cook 15 min

1Poach the chicken in the stock with the ginger for about 12 minutes, then shred.
2Soak the vermicelli in boiling water.
3Season the broth and add the noodles for 1 minute.
4Top with chicken, plenty of coriander and a little pepper.

Chef's tips

Poach gently rather than boil so the chicken stays tender.

The TCM view

Chicken is sweet and warm, boosting qi; coriander is pungent and warm, moving qi; ginger settles the stomach.

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Seasonal principle

A time for deep nourishment. Use warming herbs and hearty stews to protect the body's core temperature. Avoid cold drafts and ensure your living environment is adequately heated. Practice gentle indoor exercises like Tai Chi to keep the joints mobile without sweating excessively.

In season now

In season around Major Snow: Mutton, Ginger, Dates, Longan, Leek

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Qi Stagnation

Stress, low mood and frequent sighing

Enjoy: Rose bud tea · Aged tangerine peel · Citrus fruit · Kelp · Daylily buds

Go easy: Too much caffeine · Alcohol · Stress eating

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Based on traditional Chinese medicine for general wellness education — not a medical diagnosis or treatment. If symptoms persist, are severe or unusual, please see a doctor or registered Chinese medicine practitioner.