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Winter · from 7 Dec

Major Snow

大雪

Deeply nourish, protect against severe cold.

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Steamed taro with oolong tea
Major Snow · Tea break · Sensitive (Allergic)

Steamed taro with oolong tea

Steamed taro, soft and floury, with a little sugar and hot oolong tea — simple and natural.

  • 35 min
  • Serves 2
  • Steam
  • Easy
NeutralSupports the spleenLow in common allergens

Why it suits you: Allergy-prone people do best with plain snacks. Taro supports the spleen and oolong aids digestion.

Method

Prep 10 min · Cook 25 min
  1. 1Peel the taro wearing gloves and cut into large chunks.
  2. 2Steam on high for 20–25 minutes until a chopstick slides in.
  3. 3Rinse the tea with a first pour of hot water, then brew for 3 minutes.
  4. 4Serve the taro with a little sugar and the tea.

Cautions

  • Raw taro can irritate skin — wear gloves.

Chef's tips

  • Lipu taro steams up the most floury.

The TCM view

Taro is sweet, pungent and neutral, supporting the spleen and stomach; oolong is slightly warm, aiding digestion.

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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.

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

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Sensitive (Allergic)

Sensitive and prone to allergies

Enjoy: Simple, balanced home cooking · Chinese yam and red dates · Brown rice and seasonal vegetables

Go easy: Anything you know you react to · Very spicy food · Alcohol

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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.