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Winter · from 22 Nov

Minor Snow

小雪

Warm Yang, nourish Kidneys.

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Soy-fried squid udon
Minor Snow · Lunch · Yin Deficiency

Soy-fried squid udon

Springy squid and chewy udon tossed in a superior soy glaze.

  • 18 min
  • Serves 2
  • Stir-fry
  • Easy
NeutralNourishes yin and bloodLight and moistening

Why it suits you: Dry Minor Snow air suits squid, which nourishes yin and blood without heaviness.

Method

Prep 10 min · Cook 8 min
  1. 1Score and cut the squid, then blanch for 10 seconds.
  2. 2Loosen the udon in hot water.
  3. 3Stir-fry the squid in hot oil for 1 minute and set aside.
  4. 4Fry the udon, bean sprouts and soy sauces, then return the squid with the spring onion.

Cautions

  • Squid is high in cholesterol, so keep portions modest.

Chef's tips

  • Cook the squid briefly so it stays tender.

The TCM view

Squid is sweet, salty and neutral, nourishing yin and blood; bean sprouts are cool.

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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.

In season now

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

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Yin Deficiency

Dryness with a sense of inner heat

Enjoy: Lily bulb and snow fungus · Asian pear · Duck · Lotus root and tofu · Black sesame

Go easy: Spicy, fried and barbecued food · Too much coffee and alcohol · Warming, drying foods such as lamb

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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.