Snow Pear, Sea Coconut and Lean Pork Soup

Main Ingredients

• Lean pork (tenderloin preferred) 300g
• Dried sea coconut 20-30g（or fresh sea coconut 2 pcs）
• Snow pear 1-2 pcs
• Apricot kernels 15g
• Dried figs 2-3 pcs 2-3 pcs
• Candied dates 1-2 pcs
• Fresh ginger 3-5 slices
• Salt to taste
• Water approx. 1.5-2L

Steps

1. Soak dried sea coconut in water for 1-2 hours, then cut into small pieces. If using fresh sea coconut, rinse and cut into small pieces directly. Scrub the snow pear with salt, rinse well, peel and core, then cut into large chunks. Rinse the apricot kernels. Cut dried figs in half. Slice the ginger.

   

2. Cut the lean pork into approx. 2cm cubes. Place in a pot with cold water and 1-2 slices of ginger. Bring to a boil, skimming off foam. Boil for 3-5 minutes, then remove and rinse with warm water. Drain.

   

3. Place the blanched pork, soaked sea coconut, snow pear chunks, apricot kernels, dried figs (if using), candied dates (if using), and remaining ginger slices into a clay pot. Add water (approx. 1.5-2L). Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low heat, cover, and simmer for 1.5-2 hours.

   

4. Add salt 10 minutes before serving. Stir well and serve hot. The soup is clear, sweet, and moisturizing.

   

TCM Notes

Moistening the lungs, relieving coughs & clearing heat (core benefit): Sea coconut, cold in nature, nourishes yin, moistens the lungs, and clears heat – effectively relieving dry cough and itchy throat caused by lung dryness. Snow pear promotes fluid production, moistens dryness, and clears heat. Apricot kernels moisten the lungs and relieve coughs. Together, they are especially suitable for chronic dry coughs and coughs with little phlegm. Nourishing yin, promoting fluids & relieving dryness: Snow pear is rich in water and fructose, promoting fluid production and quenching thirst. Sea coconut is rich in plant-based mucilage. Together, they effectively relieve dry mouth, dry throat, and chapped skin caused by fluid deficiency. High-quality protein & minerals: Lean pork provides heme iron and B vitamins. Sea coconut contains 18 types of amino acids, calcium, zinc, potassium, magnesium, and other minerals. Snow pear provides fructose and organic acids. Together, they provide comprehensive nutrition. Immunity-boosting & mind-calming: Sea coconut contains polysaccharides that help boost immunity. It also calms the mind, relieving residual heat, restlessness, and insomnia after febrile illnesses.

Suitable for：Those experiencing dry mouth, throat, or skin due to dry autumn and winter weather Those who use their voice frequently (e.g., teachers, broadcasters, salespeople) for throat care Those who stay up late, smoke, or are often in air-conditioned or dry environments Those with lung-dry cough or dry cough with little or no phlegm Those with yin deficiency, internal heat with thirst, or fluid-depletion thirst Those who frequently use digital devices and experience dry, tired eyes General population for daily wellness during dry autumn and winter seasons

Not suitable for：Those with spleen-stomach deficiency-cold, loose stools, or diarrhea (Use with caution or avoid!): Sea coconut is cold in nature and snow pear is cool. This cooling soup may worsen abdominal pain and diarrhea in those with weak spleen and stomach. If consuming, add 3-5 slices of fresh ginger and 2-3 red dates to balance the cold nature. Those with wind-cold colds (Avoid!): Symptoms include chills, fever, thin white phlegm, and clear runny nose – the cooling soup may worsen the condition. Women during menstruation (Use with caution): Sea coconut is cold in nature – consumption may cause menstrual cramps or irregular periods. Pregnant women (Use with caution): Sea coconut is cooling in nature – pregnant women should consult a physician before consuming. Diabetics (Control portion size): Snow pear contains natural fructose – reduce the amount of pear, omit candied dates, and strictly limit portion size. Those with lung coldness or coughs worsened by cold exposure (Avoid!): Cooling soups may worsen deficiency-cold symptoms. Those allergic to sea coconut, snow pear, or apricot kernels (rare).