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Winter · from 22 Nov

Minor Snow

小雪

Warm Yang, nourish Kidneys.

Next: Major Snow on 7 Dec — 15 days

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Curry fishball udon
Minor Snow · Lunch · Balanced

Curry fishball udon

Hong Kong street-style curry fishballs turned into a warming udon lunch.

  • 25 min
  • Serves 2
  • Simmer
  • Easy
NeutralWarms the stomachBoosts qi

Why it suits you: As Minor Snow turns cold, a mildly spiced curry udon warms a neutral constitution.

Method

Prep 10 min · Cook 15 min
  1. 1Cut the onion and green pepper into pieces.
  2. 2Fry the onion in a little oil, then stir in the curry paste.
  3. 3Add the stock and fishballs and simmer for 8 minutes.
  4. 4Add the udon and pepper for 3 minutes and serve.

Cautions

  • Keep the curry mild and the portion moderate.

Chef's tips

  • Simmer the fishballs longer so they soak up the sauce.

The TCM view

Udon is sweet and neutral; curry spices are warm, warming the stomach and moving qi.

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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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In season around Minor Snow: Walnut, Black Sesame, Cashew, Beef, Cinnamon

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Balanced

Yin–yang, qi and blood in good balance

Enjoy: Whole grains · Seasonal vegetables and fruit · Fish, eggs and tofu

Go easy: Overeating · Very greasy or spicy food · Lots of iced drinks

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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.