Steamed Dried Longan
Fresh longan is combined with sugar and steamed repeatedly until it turns dark brown; this preparation helps replenish qi and blood.
Ingredients
fresh longan (peeled and pitted)
500 g
white sugar (added in portions)
50 g
Instructions
1
Prepare ingredients
Peel the longan shells, remove the pits, place in a bowl and add the white sugar.
2
Steam
Steam repeatedly in a steamer several times, allowing the longan to cool completely between each steaming, until the flesh becomes a brownish-black hue.
3
Store
Add a pinch of white sugar, mix well, transfer to a jar, seal the lid tightly, and set aside. Serve as desired whenever eating.
