Periplus Mini Cookbooks: Herbal Chinese Cooking

One of the most basic premises of traditional Chinese medical therapy states, "When illness occurs, first try to cure it with food; only when food fails should one resort to herbal medicines." Traditional Chinese medicine has been utilized for over 2500 years and is used regularly by millions of people around the world. "Herbal Chinese Cooking" contains everything you need to make over 30 easy, healthy, and authentic herbal Chinese recipes. Boost your vitality while enjoying a...
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One of the most basic premises of traditional Chinese medical therapy states, "When illness occurs, first try to cure it with food; only when food fails should one resort to herbal medicines." Traditional Chinese medicine has been utilized for over 2500 years and is used regularly by millions of people around the world. "Herbal Chinese Cooking" contains everything you need to make over 30 easy, healthy, and authentic herbal Chinese recipes. Boost your vitality while enjoying a delicious meal. Each recipe has a description of benefits and the ailments treated. Recipes include: Black chicken tonic with red datesWhite turnip herbal soupChicken stewed with Job's tearsCurried cinnamon riceFour herb tonic soupTian Qi chicken soupMiso fish soup with daikonBraised sesame beef with fennelAnd many more! Also included in this book are unit conversion tables, dual unit measurements, a photo overview of the most essential herbal ingredients, and over 30 large clear photos. Each recipe includes cook time, prep time, and serving sizes. Enjoy!