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Spring Equinox · Seasonal Diet

106 recipes

All106 Suitable101 Use with caution2 Avoid3

Dried Snow Pear and Solomon's Seal Tea (Xue Li Gan Yu Zhu Cha)

Use with cautionDried Snow Pear and Solomon's Seal Tea (Xue Li Gan Yu Zhu Cha)

Herbal Teasp1Enrich Yin

Dried Tangerine Peel and Stir-Fried Coix Seed Tea (Chen Pi Chao Yi Mi Cha)

AvoidDried Tangerine Peel and Stir-Fried Coix Seed Tea (Chen Pi Chao Yi Mi Cha)

Herbal Teasp2Fortify the spleen and eliminate dampness

Red Bean and Poria Tea (Chi Xiao Dou Fu Ling Cha)

Use with cautionRed Bean and Poria Tea (Chi Xiao Dou Fu Ling Cha)

Herbal Teasp1Fortify the spleen and eliminate dampness

Honeysuckle and Licorice Tea (Jin Yin Hua Gan Cao Cha)

AvoidHoneysuckle and Licorice Tea (Jin Yin Hua Gan Cao Cha)

Herbal Teasp1clear Heat and resolve Toxin

Red Date, Longan and Rose Tea

SuitableRed Date, Longan and Rose Tea

Herbal Teasp1Tonify qi and nourish blood

Astragalus and Codonopsis Tea (Huang Qi Dang Shen Qing Cha)

SuitableAstragalus and Codonopsis Tea (Huang Qi Dang Shen Qing Cha)

Herbal Teasp1fortify the spleen

Hawthorn and Red Date Tea

SuitableHawthorn and Red Date Tea

Herbal Teasp1Promotes digestion and resolves accumulation.

Sang Ju Bo He Tea (Mulberry Leaf, Chrysanthemum and Mint Tea)

AvoidSang Ju Bo He Tea (Mulberry Leaf, Chrysanthemum and Mint Tea)

Herbal Teasp1Dispels wind and clears heat.

Millet, Yam and Pumpkin Porridge

SuitableMillet, Yam and Pumpkin Porridge

Congeesp1Fortify the spleen and benefit the stomach

Quinoa Avocado Chicken Breast Salad

SuitableQuinoa Avocado Chicken Breast Salad

Dessertsp2Promote digestion and lower blood lipids

Lotus Seed and Chinese Yam Congee

SuitableLotus Seed and Chinese Yam Congee

Congeesp2fortify the Spleen and nourish the Stomach

Steamed Egg with Sautéed Tender Mushrooms

SuitableSteamed Egg with Sautéed Tender Mushrooms

Stir-Friesp1Promote digestion and lower blood lipids

Stir-Fried Tofu with Shrimp

SuitableStir-Fried Tofu with Shrimp

Stir-Friesp1Supplements calcium and strengthens bones

Stir-Fried Tender King Oyster Mushrooms with Red Dates

SuitableStir-Fried Tender King Oyster Mushrooms with Red Dates

Stir-Friesp1supplement the middle and benefit qi

Pumpkin and Millet Porridge

SuitablePumpkin and Millet Porridge

Congeesp1fortify the Spleen and nourish the Stomach

Peanut, Yam and Glutinous Rice Cake (Oil-Free, Low-Sugar Healthy Version)

SuitablePeanut, Yam and Glutinous Rice Cake (Oil-Free, Low-Sugar Healthy Version)

Dessertsp3fortify the Spleen and nourish the Stomach

Stir-fried Beef Shreds with Bell Peppers

SuitableStir-fried Beef Shreds with Bell Peppers

Stir-Friesp2Tonify the Blood

Chinese Yam Soy Milk

SuitableChinese Yam Soy Milk

Herbal Teasp1fortify the Spleen and nourish the Stomach

Recipe Name: Red Date, Lotus Seed and Roasted Barley Tea

SuitableRecipe Name: Red Date, Lotus Seed and Roasted Barley Tea

Herbal Teasp2Move qi and relieve vexation

Chrysanthemum and Goji Berry Millet Porridge (Liver-Clearing & Eye-Nourishing Congee)

SuitableChrysanthemum and Goji Berry Millet Porridge (Liver-Clearing & Eye-Nourishing Congee)

Congeesp1Brighten the eyes and nourish the liver

Cassia Seed and Rice Porridge (Liver-Cleansing & Vision-Protecting Congee)

SuitableCassia Seed and Rice Porridge (Liver-Cleansing & Vision-Protecting Congee)

Congeesp2Brighten the eyes and nourish the liver

Dried Tangerine Peel and Hawthorn Cake

SuitableDried Tangerine Peel and Hawthorn Cake

Dessertsp2fortify the Stomach

White Radish and Pork Rib Soup

SuitableWhite Radish and Pork Rib Soup

Soupsp2regulate qi and relieve stuffiness in the middle (chest and diaphragm)

Stir-Fried Celery and Lily Bulbs

SuitableStir-Fried Celery and Lily Bulbs

Stir-Friesp1Clears the liver and benefits the gallbladder.

Stir-Fried Loofah, Mushroom and Chicken Soup

SuitableStir-Fried Loofah, Mushroom and Chicken Soup

Stewsp2Clear heat and relieve summer-heat

Mung Bean, Kelp and Old Duck Soup

SuitableMung Bean, Kelp and Old Duck Soup

Stewsp2Clear heat and relieve summer-heat

Braised Pork Ribs with Pumpkin and Millet

SuitableBraised Pork Ribs with Pumpkin and Millet

Stewsp2fortify the Spleen and nourish the Stomach

Carrot, Corn and Lean Pork Soup

SuitableCarrot, Corn and Lean Pork Soup

Stewsp2Clear heat and moisten dryness

Chrysanthemum and Goji Berry Tea

SuitableChrysanthemum and Goji Berry Tea

Herbal Teasp1clear the liver and brighten the eyes

Cassia Seed and Rose Tea

SuitableCassia Seed and Rose Tea

Herbal Teasp2clear the liver and brighten the eyes

Mulberry Leaf and Chrysanthemum Tea

SuitableMulberry Leaf and Chrysanthemum Tea

Herbal Teasp1Dispels wind and clears heat.

Mung Bean, Lily Bulb and Pigeon Soup

SuitableMung Bean, Lily Bulb and Pigeon Soup

Stewsp2clear Heat and resolve Toxin

Spinach and Pork Liver Soup

SuitableSpinach and Pork Liver Soup

Soupsp2Tonify the Blood

Stir-Fried Coix Seed, Small Red Bean, Poria Cocos and Chicken Soup

SuitableStir-Fried Coix Seed, Small Red Bean, Poria Cocos and Chicken Soup

Soupsp2Fortify the spleen and eliminate dampness

Dried Tangerine Peel, Black-Eyed Bean, Peanut and Pork Bone Soup

SuitableDried Tangerine Peel, Black-Eyed Bean, Peanut and Pork Bone Soup

Soupsp2Fortify the spleen and eliminate dampness

Tomato, Enoki Mushroom and Tofu Soup

SuitableTomato, Enoki Mushroom and Tofu Soup

Soupsp1Supplements calcium and strengthens bones

Black-Boned Chicken Soup with Red Dates, Longan and Goji Berries

SuitableBlack-Boned Chicken Soup with Red Dates, Longan and Goji Berries

Soupsp2Nourish blood and calm the mind

Chinese Yam, Euryale Ferox and Pork Rib Soup

SuitableChinese Yam, Euryale Ferox and Pork Rib Soup

Soupsp2Fortify the spleen and benefit the stomach

Stir-Fried Eggs with Chives and Dried Shrimp

SuitableStir-Fried Eggs with Chives and Dried Shrimp

Stir-Friesp1Warms the kidney and assists yang.

Corn, Carrot, Water Chestnut and Lean Pork Soup

SuitableCorn, Carrot, Water Chestnut and Lean Pork Soup

Soupsp2clear Heat and generate fluids

Pork Liver and Spinach Salad

SuitablePork Liver and Spinach Salad

Stir-Friesp2Tonify the Blood

Stir-Fried Seabass Fillets

SuitableStir-Fried Seabass Fillets

Stir-Friesp1Supplements qi and strengthens the spleen.

Stir-Fried Snow Peas with Goji Berries

SuitableStir-Fried Snow Peas with Goji Berries

Stir-Friesp1tonify the liver and kidney

Stir-Fried Celery with Fresh Lily Bulbs

SuitableStir-Fried Celery with Fresh Lily Bulbs

Stir-Friesp1moisten the lung and stop cough

Stir-Fried Shredded Chicken Breast with Carrots

SuitableStir-Fried Shredded Chicken Breast with Carrots

Stir-Friesp1brighten the eyes

Pumpkin and Lily Bulb Porridge

SuitablePumpkin and Lily Bulb Porridge

Congeesp1Clears the Lung and relieves cough.

Rose, Snow Pear and Tremella Dessert Soup

SuitableRose, Snow Pear and Tremella Dessert Soup

Dessertsp1nourish Yin

Black Bean Congee

SuitableBlack Bean Congee

Congeesp1benefit the kidney and astringe essence

Black Sesame Congee

SuitableBlack Sesame Congee

Congeesp1Tonifies the kidneys and darkens the hair

Celery with Peanuts

SuitableCelery with Peanuts

Stir-Friesp1Calms the liver.

Stir-Fried Shredded Chicken with Chayote

SuitableStir-Fried Shredded Chicken with Chayote

Stir-Friesp1Soothes the Liver and regulates Qi.

Glutinous Rice Pumpkin Pancake

SuitableGlutinous Rice Pumpkin Pancake

Dessertsp3supplement the middle and benefit qi

Carrot, Corn, and Crucian Carp Soup

SuitableCarrot, Corn, and Crucian Carp Soup

Soupsp2Fortify the spleen and benefit the stomach

Tremella and Papaya Soup

SuitableTremella and Papaya Soup

Dessertsp1Moisten the lungs and generate fluids

Eight Treasures Porridge

SuitableEight Treasures Porridge

Congeesp2supplement the Spleen and harmonize the Stomach

Polygonum Multiflorum, Gardenia, and Black-Boned Chicken Soup

SuitablePolygonum Multiflorum, Gardenia, and Black-Boned Chicken Soup

Soupsp3Tonifies qi and nourishes blood.

Mulberry and Black Sesame Paste

SuitableMulberry and Black Sesame Paste

Dessertsp1nourish Yin

Shiitake Mushroom and Black Date Porridge

SuitableShiitake Mushroom and Black Date Porridge

Congeesp2Tonifies deficiency and replenishes loss.

Water Chestnut and Celery Juice

SuitableWater Chestnut and Celery Juice

Herbal Teasp1lower blood pressure / antihypertensive

Tangerine Peel and Kelp Porridge

SuitableTangerine Peel and Kelp Porridge

Congeesp1regulate Qi and fortify the Spleen

Tangerine Peel, Hawthorn, and Malt Tea

SuitableTangerine Peel, Hawthorn, and Malt Tea

Herbal Teasp1regulate Qi and fortify the Spleen

Ligustrum Lucidum and Red Date Tea

SuitableLigustrum Lucidum and Red Date Tea

Herbal Teasp1tonify the liver and kidney

Black Rice and Jujube Porridge

SuitableBlack Rice and Jujube Porridge

Congeesp2nourish Yin

Orange Peel Porridge

SuitableOrange Peel Porridge

Congeesp2regulate Qi and fortify the Spleen

Rose and Chuanxiong (Ligusticum wallichii) Soup

SuitableRose and Chuanxiong (Ligusticum wallichii) Soup

Herbal Teasp2calm the heart

Rose and Kumquat Drink

SuitableRose and Kumquat Drink

Herbal Teasp1Promotes qi circulation and relaxes the middle jiao.

Hawthorn Congee

SuitableHawthorn Congee

Congeesp1fortify the Stomach

Stir-fried Chinese Toon with Eggs

SuitableStir-fried Chinese Toon with Eggs

Stir-Friesp1Clears heat and promotes diuresis.

Citron and Buddha's Hand Porridge

SuitableCitron and Buddha's Hand Porridge

Congeesp2Soothes the Liver and regulates Qi.

Tangerine Peel and Jujube Porridge

SuitableTangerine Peel and Jujube Porridge

Congeesp1regulate Qi and fortify the Spleen

Cabbage and Tofu Soup

SuitableCabbage and Tofu Soup

Soupsp2regulate Qi and harmonize the Stomach

Malt and Hawthorn Drink

SuitableMalt and Hawthorn Drink

Herbal Teasp1move qi to promote digestion

Hazelnut and Rice Porridge

SuitableHazelnut and Rice Porridge

Congeesp2Tonifies the spleen and strengthens the stomach.

Astragalus, Hyacinth Bean & Tangerine Peel Tea

SuitableAstragalus, Hyacinth Bean & Tangerine Peel Tea

Herbal Teasp2supplement Qi and raise Yang

Astragalus and Pig Tripe Soup

SuitableAstragalus and Pig Tripe Soup

Soupsp2supplement the middle and benefit qi

Cold Tossed Purslane

SuitableCold Tossed Purslane

Stir-Friesp2clear Heat and resolve Toxin

Hawthorn, Lotus Leaf & Alisma Soup

SuitableHawthorn, Lotus Leaf & Alisma Soup

Herbal Teasp1Resolves stagnation and quenches thirst.

Bupleurum and Cabbage Soup

SuitableBupleurum and Cabbage Soup

Soupsp1Dispels wind and releases the exterior.

Black Rice and Chicken Porridge

SuitableBlack Rice and Chicken Porridge

Congeesp3Nourishes yin and tonifies deficiency.

Celery and Pineapple Juice

SuitableCelery and Pineapple Juice

Herbal Teasp1Clears heat and purges fire.

Apple, Lemon, and Celery Juice

SuitableApple, Lemon, and Celery Juice

Herbal Teasp1Calms the mind and lowers blood pressure.

Grape and Blueberry Juice

SuitableGrape and Blueberry Juice

Herbal Teasp1brighten the eyes

Cold Tossed Daylily Buds

SuitableCold Tossed Daylily Buds

Stir-Friesp1Supplements deficiency and strengthens the brain.

Mulberry juice

SuitableMulberry juice

Herbal Teasp2nourish Yin

Celery Porridge

SuitableCelery Porridge

Congeesp2Calms the liver.

Chrysanthemum Porridge

SuitableChrysanthemum Porridge

Congeesp2Dispels wind and clears heat.

Gastrodia Braised Chicken

SuitableGastrodia Braised Chicken

Stir-Friesp3Calms the liver.

Papaya and Tangerine Peel Porridge

SuitablePapaya and Tangerine Peel Porridge

Congeesp2Dispels dampness and resolves phlegm.

Chuanxiong and Baizhi Fish Head Soup

SuitableChuanxiong and Baizhi Fish Head Soup

Soupsp3dispel wind and relieve pain

Braised Free-Range Chicken with Chestnuts

SuitableBraised Free-Range Chicken with Chestnuts

Stewsp3fortify the Spleen and nourish the Stomach

Lamb and Radish Stew

SuitableLamb and Radish Stew

Stewsp3supplement the middle and benefit qi

Goji Berry & Pig Kidney Soup (Gouqi Yaosui Tang)

SuitableGoji Berry & Pig Kidney Soup (Gouqi Yaosui Tang)

Soupsp3Tonifies Kidney essence.

Rose Tea (Meiguihua Cha)

SuitableRose Tea (Meiguihua Cha)

Herbal Teasp2Promotes qi circulation and relaxes the middle jiao.

Mint Tea (Bohe Cha)

SuitableMint Tea (Bohe Cha)

Herbal Teasp2Induces diaphoresis.

Mulberry Leaf Tea (Sangye Cha)

SuitableMulberry Leaf Tea (Sangye Cha)

Herbal Teasp2lower blood lipids

Cassia Seed Tea (Juemingzi Cha)

SuitableCassia Seed Tea (Juemingzi Cha)

Herbal Teasp2clear heat

Prunella (Selfheal) Tea (Xiakucao Cha)

SuitablePrunella (Selfheal) Tea (Xiakucao Cha)

Herbal Teasp2clear the Liver and drain Fire

Chrysanthemum & Sophora Flower Tea (Ju Huai Cha / Ju Huai Lü Cha Yin)

SuitableChrysanthemum & Sophora Flower Tea (Ju Huai Cha / Ju Huai Lü Cha Yin)

Herbal Teasp2Clears pathogenic fire in the Liver meridian.

外感风寒所致咳嗽者忌食——沙参性凉，风寒咳嗽（症见怕冷、流清涕、咳白稀痰）者不宜食用脾虚便溏（慢性腹泻）者慎用——沙参性凉，枸杞虽性平但有润肠之效，可能加重腹泻实热证或湿热内盛者慎食——症见大便干结、舌红苔黄腻、口苦口臭者不宜糖尿病患者慎食——粥类及冰糖含糖量较高，需控制血糖者应谨慎食用或在医生指导下食用对沙参、枸杞或本品中任意成分过敏者禁用

Suitable外感风寒所致咳嗽者忌食——沙参性凉，风寒咳嗽（症见怕冷、流清涕、咳白稀痰）者不宜食用脾虚便溏（慢性腹泻）者慎用——沙参性凉，枸杞虽性平但有润肠之效，可能加重腹泻实热证或湿热内盛者慎食——症见大便干结、舌红苔黄腻、口苦口臭者不宜糖尿病患者慎食——粥类及冰糖含糖量较高，需控制血糖者应谨慎食用或在医生指导下食用对沙参、枸杞或本品中任意成分过敏者禁用外感风寒所致咳嗽者忌食——沙参性凉，风寒咳嗽（症见怕冷、流清涕、咳白稀痰）者不宜食用脾虚便溏（慢性腹泻）者慎用——沙参性凉，枸杞虽性平但有润肠之效，可能加重腹泻实热证或湿热内盛者慎食——症见大便干结、舌红苔黄腻、口苦口臭者不宜糖尿病患者慎食——粥类及冰糖含糖量较高，需控制血糖者应谨慎食用或在医生指导下食用对沙参、枸杞或本品中任意成分过敏者禁用

Congeesp3nourish Yin

Luo Han Guo (Monk Fruit) & Lean Pork Soup

SuitableLuo Han Guo (Monk Fruit) & Lean Pork Soup

Soupsp2lower blood lipids

Dried Fig & Goji Berry Tea (Wuhuaguo Gouqi Cha)

SuitableDried Fig & Goji Berry Tea (Wuhuaguo Gouqi Cha)

Herbal Teasp2Brighten the eyes and nourish the liver

Dried Fig & Mint Tea (Wuhuaguo Bohe Cha)

SuitableDried Fig & Mint Tea (Wuhuaguo Bohe Cha)

Herbal Teasp2clear heat

Dried Fig & Mulberry Leaf Tea (Sangye Wuhuaguo Cha)

SuitableDried Fig & Mulberry Leaf Tea (Sangye Wuhuaguo Cha)

Herbal Teasp2Clears heat and moistens the lungs.

Dried Fig & Chrysanthemum Tea (Wuhuaguo Juhua Cha)

SuitableDried Fig & Chrysanthemum Tea (Wuhuaguo Juhua Cha)

Herbal Teasp2fortify the Spleen and stimulate appetite

Recipe Name: Fruit and Chrysanthemum Tea

SuitableRecipe Name: Fruit and Chrysanthemum Tea

Herbal Teasp1Clear the heart and relieve vexation

Pumpkin Simmered Asparagus

SuitablePumpkin Simmered Asparagus

Stir-Friesp2

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