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Winter · from 22 Nov

Minor Snow

小雪

Warm Yang, nourish Kidneys.

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Grass carp and flat rice noodle soup
Minor Snow · Breakfast · Sensitive (Allergic)

Grass carp and flat rice noodle soup

Tender grass carp slices with flat rice noodles in a clear, gentle broth.

  • 20 min
  • Serves 2
  • Simmer
  • Easy
NeutralWarms the stomachGentle on digestion

Why it suits you: With changeable Minor Snow weather, mild and easily digested grass carp suits a sensitive constitution.

Method

Prep 10 min · Cook 10 min
  1. 1Slice the fish and toss with a little salt and cornflour.
  2. 2Bring the stock to the boil with the ginger.
  3. 3Add the noodles for 2 minutes, then the lettuce.
  4. 4Slip in the fish just before turning off the heat and leave for 1 minute, then add spring onion.

Cautions

  • Avoid with fish allergy.

Chef's tips

  • Add the fish last so it stays tender.

The TCM view

Grass carp is sweet and warm, warming the stomach; rice is sweet and neutral, nourishing it.

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Seasonal principle

The weather turns colder. Focus on warming the Yang energy and nourishing the Kidneys with nutrient-dense foods. Keep your head and feet particularly warm, as these are areas where cold easily enters. Consume warm soups and stews to maintain core body temperature.

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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

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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.