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    Home » Recipe Review » Ba Wong Fa Soup for Cough and Phlegm 霸王花無花果瘦肉響螺湯

    Ba Wong Fa Soup for Cough and Phlegm 霸王花無花果瘦肉響螺湯

    Dec 5, 2021 · 59 Comments

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    Ba Wong Fa Soup Rafflesia & Conch 霸王花無花果瘦肉響螺湯

    Ba Wong Fa Soup (Rafflesia with Conch) 霸王花無花果瘦肉響螺湯 is a Yin nourishing, lung moisturizing and soul replenishing soup. It is suitable for all seasons. However, we recommend this Chinese soup for cough and phlegm, especially during the dry autumn and cold winter months. This soup is sweet-tasting packed with umami.

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    • When To Make Ba Wong Fa
    • Ba Wong Fa Soup Benefits
    • Ba Wong Fa Soup Ingredients 霸王花無花果瘦肉響螺湯藥材包括
    • Health Benefits of Chinese Herbs
    • How To Choose Good Quality Ba Wang Hua
    • Ba Wong Fa Soup Rafflesia & Conch 霸王花無花果瘦肉響螺湯
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    When To Make Ba Wong Fa

    As the weather gets drier and the months get colder, our lungs and throats become sensitive to the changing elements and frigid air. We should all take extra care of our bodies and boil extra detoxifying soups to soothe and prevent illnesses. Chinese Medicinal Food Therapy is an excellent natural remedy using TCM herbs to support our immune system in culinary preparations.

    霸王花無花果瘦肉響螺湯清喉、清熱潤肺、止咳化痰、解毒消腫、清熱明目、利膈益胃、滋陰、

    Ba Wong Fa Soup Benefits

    This easy soup recipe strengthens the lungs, soothes the throat and is great for cough and phlegm reduction. This Ba Wong Fa soup recipe also hydrates and moisturizes the digestive system.

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    Ba Wong Fa Soup Ingredients 霸王花無花果瘦肉響螺湯藥材包括

    Rafflesia with Conch is an easy soup recipe that can be quickly prepared in just 90 minutes. Ingredients include Rafflesia (Night Blooming Cereus), lily bulbs, dried figs, coix seeds (Job's Tears), apricot kernels, dried dates and pork tenderloin or pork shank.

    Health Benefits of Chinese Herbs

    Rafflesia 霸王花 - There are a few English names associated with Ba Wang Hua. Some call it Rafflesia, Night Blooming Cereus or Hylerereus Undatus Flower, FIos Hylerereus Undatus. This flower is sold dried and usually used in soups. It is sweet tasting and when hydrated it resembles the gumminess of kelp seaweed. It helps moisten the lungs, relieve dryness in the throat and reduce phlegm. It's nature is mildly cold and has a minty aftertaste.

    霸王花: 清熱潤肺、止咳化痰、解毒消腫;主肺熱咳嗽、肺癆、瘰癧、痄腮。霸王花味甘、性微寒、歸肺經。

    Conch 响螺 (香螺肉/田螺肉) - Conch is nutritious and rich in Vitamin A, protein, iron and calcium. It improves the Qi, treats jaundice, clears away 'heat' and improves eye sight.

    響螺肉清熱明目、利膈益胃、滋陰、強筋骨、既美味、又滋陰養生。含有豐富的維生素A、蛋白質、鐵和鈣,對目赤、黃疸、腳氣、痔瘡等疾病。

    Figs 無花果 - Fig benefits are plentiful. Fig fruits are very nutritious, high in antioxidants and low in calories. This ancient fruit is sweet and neutral to warm in nature. It targets the lung, stomach, and large Intestines meridians. The use of dried figs in Chinese soup recipes typically are used to clear heat, thirst quench, promote secretion of body fluids, moistens and tonifies the stomach and large intestines, detoxes and reduces inflammation.

    無花果營養功效幫助消化、清熱潤肺、止咳、抗癌、養顏美容、改善血管和心臟健康、潤燥消積。

    Dried Dates 蜜棗 - dried dates are sweet tasting and are mainly used to balance and introduce sweetness to the soup. It targets the spleen and stomach meridian and is used to help improve the Qi and blood, and calm the mind. You can also subsitute for Medjool dates too!

    蜜棗性溫味甘、入胃胃經。棗蜜的功效補中益氣、養心安神、補血養生、健胃、益肺、調胃。

    Raw Coix Seed 生薏米 - It has the appearance of a deep concave on one side. Its primary characteristics remove dampness and wind - suitable to drink during Spring. Its nature is cold and suitable for people with a hot body. Raw coix seeds invigorate the spleen, relieve diarrhea, improve spleen and intestinal pain.

    外型一邊有深凹位,細粒。祛濕除風,春天飲用較合時。生薏米性寒。 健脾止瀉、利尿、改善脾風濕脾痛和腸痛。

    百合 Lily Bulbs / Lilium lancifolium – Lily bulbs’ nature is cold and helps lower heat, relieve coughs, dry throats and other respiratory conditions like chronic bronchitis, asthma, etc. Its properties treat restlessness and irritability and promote restful sleep.

    百合解毒、理脾健胃、利湿消积、宁心安神、促进血液循环等功效。

    南北杏 South/North Apricot Kernels - Apricot kernel reduces phlegm, moistens the lungs and relieves cough and asthma. They need to be consumed in moderation, as too much can easily lead to poisoning if ingested unprepared ones with skin. South Apricot Kernels are sweet. North Apricot Kernels are slightly bitter.

    润肺止咳、潤燥消積。杏仁食用要适量,过量容易导致中毒。南杏仁甜,北杏仁有毒。

    How To Choose Good Quality Ba Wang Hua

    When buying Ba Wong Fa, it is essential to ensure that it is dry, light-coloured yellow to yellowish-brown. The dry flowers are in long irregular bundles, with a slender part of the calyx tube twisted into a bundle. The upper perianth is narrow with vertical veins. The dried flowers are pleasant to smell with a slightly sweet fragrance. It should not be damp, smell old or be brown in colour.

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    Ba Wong Fa Soup Rafflesia & Conch 霸王花無花果瘦肉響螺湯

    Ba Wong Fa Soup Rafflesia & Conch 霸王花無花果瘦肉響螺湯
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    Ba Wong Fa Soup Rafflesia & Conch 霸王花無花果瘦肉響螺湯 is a Yin nourishing, lung moisturizing and soul replenishing soup. It is suitable for all seasons. However, we recommend this Chinese soup for cough and phlegm, especially during the dry autumn and cold winter months. This soup is sweet-tasting packed with umami.

    • Author: Nancy
    • Prep Time: 20
    • Cook Time: 90
    • Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
    • Yield: 2-4 persons 1x
    • Category: Soup
    • Method: Boil
    • Cuisine: Chinese, TCM

    Ingredients

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    • 100g Ba Wong Fa 霸王花 100克
    • 20g Apricot Kernels 南北杏 20克
    • 1 piece dried conch 幹響螺片
    • 50 g Lotus seed 百合 50克
    • 1 Fig (dried or fresh) 無花果 1粒
    • 2-3 Dried Dates 蜜棗 2-3粒
    • 1.5L filtered water 水 1½ 公升
    • salt to taste 鹽少許
    • 1 lbs pork tenderloin or pork shank 瘦肉/豬腱 1磅, parboiled 汆燙
    • 1 carrot 紅蘿蔔 1條, peeled and chopped 去皮切塊 (optional)

    Instructions

    1. Soak herbs for 20 mins, wash and drain herbs.
    2. Parboil pork tenderloin or pork shank.
    3. Add all ingredients to a large pot of boiling water.
    4. Boil for 30 mins and reduce heat to simmer for 1 hour.
    5. Serve and enjoy!

     

    霸王花無花果瘦肉響螺湯煮法

    1. 清洗藥材。加水浸泡20分鐘。
    2. 瘦肉汆燙後備用。
    3. 一起置於鍋中,加入清水,先用大火煮沸,再用小火煮30分鐘。 加入鹽少許調味。
    4. 上蓋中細火煲1個鐘。
    5. 或放在電鍋內,燜煮1.5小時。

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    Notes

    For convenience, I like to make my soup in a BUYDEEM health-care beverage electric kettle.

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 pot
    • Calories: 221
    • Sugar: 10.6 g
    • Sodium: 102.4 mg
    • Fat: 5.6 g
    • Carbohydrates: 14.4 g
    • Protein: 27.9 g
    • Cholesterol: 89.4 mg

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    Comments

    1. Ieva says

      November 14, 2022 at 9:17 pm

      So interesting to learn about healing foods from around the world. Must try this recipe over the winter when one of us starts feeling poorly.

      ★★★★★

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      • Nancy says

        November 18, 2022 at 2:18 pm

        Thanks so much! i hope this recipe helps you recover!

        Reply
    2. Mirlene says

      November 14, 2022 at 8:47 pm

      Never had this type of soup before. But reading it sure sounds like the perfect remedy for the throat. I'll save this when I'm feeling sick.

      ★★★★★

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      • Nancy says

        November 18, 2022 at 2:20 pm

        I hope this recipe helps you recover!

        Reply
    3. Dana says

      November 14, 2022 at 8:08 pm

      Definitely going to be on the lookout for these ingredients the next time I'm at the Asian market! This looks so tasty and comforting!

      ★★★★★

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      • Nancy says

        November 18, 2022 at 2:21 pm

        HI Dana - were you able to find the ingredients? We've listed it on our Amazon store and should help you in case you have a hard time finding the ingredients!

        Reply
    4. MacKenzie says

      November 14, 2022 at 6:25 pm

      Great for this time of year! I am saving this for the next time my family is sick.

      ★★★★★

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      • Nancy says

        November 18, 2022 at 2:21 pm

        Sending healthy vibes!

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    5. Kris says

      November 14, 2022 at 6:14 pm

      This was so unique and tasty and really did the trick! Thank you!

      ★★★★★

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      • Nancy says

        November 18, 2022 at 2:22 pm

        Thanks Kris. I'm so happy to hear that it helped!

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    6. Amy says

      October 05, 2022 at 1:41 am

      This is exactly what I need! I can 't seem yo get rid of this nagging cough I have! Helps that t so delicious!

      ★★★★★

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      • Nancy says

        October 13, 2022 at 1:04 pm

        So glad it helped to sooth your annoying cough!

        Reply
    7. Swathi says

      October 03, 2022 at 8:27 pm

      This soup looks delicious . Excellent homeready for cough. Need to try this.

      ★★★★★

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      • Nancy says

        October 13, 2022 at 1:08 pm

        its better than gross tasting cough syrup!

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    8. Andrea says

      October 03, 2022 at 7:24 pm

      this soup helped my cough so much! so soothing - thank you!

      ★★★★★

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      • Nancy says

        October 13, 2022 at 1:08 pm

        I'm so glad it worked!!

        Reply
    9. jamie says

      October 03, 2022 at 6:41 pm

      This looks very nourishing and delicious!

      ★★★★★

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      • Nancy says

        October 13, 2022 at 1:09 pm

        It's just what the doctor ordered

        Reply
    10. Patricia says

      October 03, 2022 at 6:18 pm

      Not only does this sound tasty, it's good for you! What a great soup for the season!

      ★★★★★

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      • Nancy says

        October 13, 2022 at 1:09 pm

        It's much better than cough syrup!

        Reply
    11. megane says

      October 03, 2022 at 2:45 pm

      I am trying to grab all the ingredients to give this a try. It looks so tasty.

      ★★★★★

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      • Nancy says

        October 13, 2022 at 1:09 pm

        That's awesome Megan! You will love it!

        Reply
    12. Amy Liu Dong says

      October 03, 2022 at 3:29 am

      Hmm. This soup looks awesome and great, with lots of benefits for our bodies! Perfect for this coming season as it's getting colder and colder! A very timely recipe for everyone to prepare!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        October 13, 2022 at 1:11 pm

        THanks Amy! It's a great soup to have around on rotation!

        Reply
    13. Laura Arteaga says

      October 03, 2022 at 2:29 am

      Great recipe!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        October 13, 2022 at 1:11 pm

        enjoy this easy and wholesome soup recipe!

        Reply
    14. Maretha says

      October 02, 2022 at 11:38 pm

      This looks amazing! I've never had Ba Wong Fa soup before and I definitely want to try it. Thanks for explaining the ingredients so clearly. It makes wanting to cook something new so much less intimidating.

      ★★★★★

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      • Nancy says

        October 13, 2022 at 1:11 pm

        Glad you found the explanation and cooking tips useful!

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    15. Kayla DiMaggio says

      January 03, 2022 at 3:36 pm

      Yum! I have been battling a cough and this was so warming and helpful! Adding this to my sick arsenal!

      ★★★★★

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      • Nancy says

        January 04, 2022 at 11:23 am

        Speedy recovery and hope this soup helps!

        Reply
    16. Sabrina says

      December 13, 2021 at 11:56 am

      This soup is so aromatic and nutritious. Perfect for this time of year, thanks.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        December 13, 2021 at 1:07 pm

        happy wellness day!

        Reply
    17. Terri says

      December 12, 2021 at 6:46 pm

      This I will definitely be making during the winter - we get the driest weather possible where I live in Alberta. Pinned!

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        December 13, 2021 at 1:09 pm

        OH yes!! nourish from within!

        Reply
    18. Julia says

      December 11, 2021 at 3:39 am

      Looks like the perfect soup for winter colds. And sounds so tasty as well. Pinning for later. Thanks for sharing.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    19. Andrea White says

      December 07, 2021 at 3:57 pm

      Such a great soup! So so good!

      ★★★★★

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      • Nancy says

        December 08, 2021 at 3:39 pm

        SO soothing for this season!

        Reply
    20. Colleen says

      December 07, 2021 at 1:40 pm

      This soup looks so nourishing and I think it would definitely be amazing for a sore throat. Thanks for sharing!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        December 08, 2021 at 3:40 pm

        THe key is to drink this before you are actually sick - but if you are under the weather double this recipe for some TLC

        Reply
    21. Tyanne says

      December 06, 2021 at 4:19 pm

      I have never heard of this soup before but I am glad I tried it.

      ★★★★★

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      • Nancy says

        December 08, 2021 at 3:42 pm

        Happy Soup Season Tyanne! Happy holidays!

        Reply
    22. Amanda Dixon says

      December 06, 2021 at 3:27 pm

      This is a great soup! I love the flavor the pork added, and it was so cozy for these chilly days.

      ★★★★★

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      • Nancy says

        December 08, 2021 at 3:42 pm

        It's a quick way to bank in the extra nutrients!

        Reply
    23. Brianna says

      December 06, 2021 at 3:13 pm

      Such a comforting soup, definitley good for colds.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        December 08, 2021 at 3:43 pm

        I almost make it everyday in the coldest winter days!

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    24. Kaitlin says

      December 06, 2021 at 3:07 pm

      All your recipes are so delicious!

      ★★★★★

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      • Nancy says

        December 08, 2021 at 3:43 pm

        awww Kaitlin you are the sweetest! thank you!

        Reply
    25. Lilly says

      December 06, 2021 at 11:49 am

      This soup is so delicious! And I love that it is nourishing too!

      ★★★★★

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      • Nancy says

        December 06, 2021 at 12:30 pm

        absolutely! I love how it instantly soothes an irritated throat!

        Reply
    26. Swathi says

      December 06, 2021 at 11:38 am

      This conch soup looks delicious perfect for cold weather.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        December 06, 2021 at 12:31 pm

        it's the ultimate throat healing soup!

        Reply
    27. Bernice says

      December 06, 2021 at 8:34 am

      Such an informative post Nancy. I think everyone could use this soup, especially in the winter when we spend a lot of time indoors.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        December 06, 2021 at 12:31 pm

        It's super nourishing for women!!

        Reply
    28. Jean says

      December 05, 2021 at 8:12 pm

      such a great healthy soup, its easy and so good. perfect to combat coughs.

      ★★★★★

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      • Nancy says

        December 06, 2021 at 12:32 pm

        Thanks Jean - it's really wonderful since we spend so much time indoors with the heat cranked up!

        Reply
    29. Sue says

      December 05, 2021 at 6:40 pm

      Delicious soup!

      ★★★★★

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      • Nancy says

        December 06, 2021 at 12:32 pm

        Thanks Sue! hope it helped!

        Reply
    30. Alexandra says

      December 05, 2021 at 6:11 pm

      This looks so comforting and soothing!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        December 06, 2021 at 12:33 pm

        Hi Alexandra - so glad you enjoyed this wellness soup!

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