Floral Fusion: Chrysanthemum and Rice Congee Recipe for Health

Chrysanthemums, perennials of the Asteraceae family, are bursting with substances like capitate flowers, adenine, amino acids, choline, anabasine, and vitamins. Their aroma is fragrant, cool and soothing.

When used to make porridge with brown rice, the properties of the grain enhance the medicinal qualities of the chrysanthemums. Regular consumption helps maintain beauty and health, and fights aging.

Ingredients

Adequate amount of Chrysanthemum
Adequate amount of Rice
Adequate amount of Pearl Barley
Adequate amount of Lotus Seeds
Adequate amount of Lily Bulbs
Adequate amount of Red Dates

Preparation

STEP 01

Soak a suitable amount of chrysanthemum in hot water. After half an hour, pour out the chrysanthemum water and set aside.

STEP 02

Take another 10 chrysanthemums, remove the calyx, and place the scattered petals into a bowl for later use.

STEP 03

Wash the rice, pearl barley, and lotus seeds, then pour them into a pot along with the chrysanthemum water.

STEP 04

After soaking for 1 hour, bring to a boil over high heat, skim off the foam, then reduce to low heat and continue to cook.

STEP 05

When it’s about 60% cooked, add the washed lily bulbs, goji berries, red dates, and chrysanthemum petals.

STEP 06

Continue to simmer over low heat for 20 minutes and it’s ready to serve.