Scallion Ginger Brown Sugar Water
A Chinese recipe for Scallion Ginger Brown Sugar Water (葱姜红糖水), featuring scallions, ginger, red dates, and brown sugar.
Ingredients
scallion (with roots)
half
ginger
2 slices
red dates
3
brown sugar
to taste
Instructions
1
Step 1
Wash the scallion and cut into segments. Keep the root part, as it has a sweating-inducing effect. (Soak a bit longer to remove dirt.)
2
Step 2
Prepare the required ingredients. Brown sugar is used to taste, since it only serves as seasoning—especially for children, too much sugar may cause tooth decay. Red dates are optional; my main purpose in adding them is also to mellow out some of the pungent flavor.
3
Step 3
Add enough water in one go, then add the scallion, ginger, red dates, and brown sugar.
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Step 4
I like to cover with a lid and simmer for a longer time, about 25-30 minutes.
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Step 5
If serving to children, it's best to strain the liquid. If it tastes too pungent, you can dilute it with some plain water.
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Step 6
A bowl of ginger brown sugar water will warm the body, and you'll start sweating after a while. However, it is only suitable for wind-cold colds—use it only after judging the condition correctly.
