Red Date Soup With Dried Longan

May 18, 2023May 18, 20230 4

Red Date Soup With Dried Longan recipe for a healthy dessert

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 tablespoon dried longans
	7 red dates

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

Sugar

11g

Fat

Red Date Soup With Dried Longan is a traditional Chinese dessert that is easy to prepare and very nutritious. It is especially popular during the winter, as it is believed to help keep the body warm. Red dates are commonly used in Chinese medicine because they contain a high amount of antioxidants and various vitamins and minerals that can help boost the immune system. Dried longan is also very nutritious, as it is a good source of minerals like potassium and magnesium that promote heart and digestive health. The combination of red dates and dried longan creates a deliciously sweet and healthy dessert soup that can be enjoyed after dinner or as a morning snack.

Instructions

1.	Rinse and soak the dried longan in warm water for about 15 minutes
2.	Rinse and remove the pit from the red dates
3.	Put both the dried longan and red dates into a pot with 5 cups of water
4.	Bring the water to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 30 minutes
5.	Serve the soup hot or warm

PROS

Red date and dried longan soup is a healthy and delicious dessert perfect for cold weather.

The red dates are high in antioxidants, vitamins and minerals that boost the immune system
Dried longan helps improve heart and digestive health

CONS

Red dates are high in sugar, so people with blood sugar problems should avoid consuming them in excess
The soup can be too sweet for people who don’t have a sweet tooth

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dessert is a healthy and nutritious option for people who love something sweet and warm.
The antioxidants and vitamins in the red dates help reduce inflammation and boost the immune system.
The dried longan is a good source of minerals that support heart and digestive health.