Oyster mushroom is considered netural and yin-nourishing in TCM food therapy. It has a great meaty, juicy texture when roasted in the oven. In this recipe, the mushrooms are coated with a rich sauce made from extra virgin olive oil, soy, and Five Seasons TCM Kidney Nourishing Powder that consists of black soybean, black sesame, and black wood ear mushroom. The end result is a creamy, nutty, fulfilling plate of roasted mushrooms that nourishes kidney yin.
This recipe is a fusion between many healing traditions. Originated in regions like Iran, Greece, Morocco, and India, saffron also has been used in TCM for centuries. Its function includes: Removes blood stagnation Balances mood, especially for depression, grief, and sadness Treats amenorrhea and cramps due to stagnation Relieves postpartumn abdominal pain Reduces swelling Paired with light cauliflower rice, this dish is a great substitute for refined white rice. The other secret ingredient in this dish has an ayurvedic root: ghee! Fourth and Heart Turmeric Ghee is a rich, delicious, lactose-free alternative to butter and cooking oils made with pure turmeric. Turmeric ghee adds...
In TCM, root vegetables are known for their Qi-replenishing, spleen-strengthening functions. This recipe uses a combination of three root vegetables: beet, daikon radish, and carrot. Nothing is wasted; a savory coconut sauce is made from the green root tops and creamy coconut milk. It brings everything together into a light yet nourishing dish. Beet 甜菜根 TCM Energetics: sweet, slightly cooling, neutral Organ-Meridian Affinity: Heart, Small Intestine, Large Intestine, Liver TCM Functions: benefits the spleen and removes food stagnation; organizes Qi and help with urination; cools heat and detoxifies the liver; tonifies blood Daikon Radish 白萝卜 TCM Energetics: aromatic, sweet, cooling Organ-Meridian...
This recipe is quick fix at home. These tasty, savory crackers are made with four types of seeds, reishi powder and nutritional yeast. They are savory and nutritious! No flour or nuts are required in this recipe.
The secret ingredient that binds everything together is basil seed, a traditional ingredient used in beverages in southern China. With water, the black seeds will puff up and forms a gel.
