Do you want to soak lily?

Patients with rhinitis should never smell lilies, because lilies have a strong fragrance and their stamens contain a large amount of pollen. If patients with rhinitis accidentally inhale pollen, it can easily cause allergic rhinitis. There are many types of lilies in the world. Some of them not only have high ornamental value, but also have corresponding medicinal effects. When lilies are used as Chinese medicinal materials, they are all dried lilies. So do you need to soak the dried lilies before using them?

How long should I soak dried lily bulbs?

There is actually no fixed time for soaking dried lilies. Generally, soaking them in cold water for 2 to 3 hours will suffice. Don't cook it for too long, it's best paired with meat and soup. If you soak it in warm water, half an hour to an hour will be enough.

How to soak dried lily

Soak in warm water: First soak the dried lilies in cold water for a while, then take them out and slowly soak them in warm water (30-40 degrees) for about 40 minutes. This method is relatively simple and is also one of the most common methods of soaking dried lilies in life. Alternatively, wash the dried lilies, put them in a prepared container, add an appropriate amount of boiling water directly, cover and soak for about half an hour, take them out, wash off impurities and then cook.

Soak in alkaline water: Pour a little edible alkali into the water, stir until the edible alkali is completely dissolved, and then put in the dried lily to soak. This not only speeds up the soaking process, but also makes the lilies look better.

Tips: You can change the water several times during the process. It is best not to throw away the water used to soak the lilies. After removing the sediment, you can use it to cook porridge to reduce the loss of nutrients.

How much dried lily should be soaked in water at one time?

Lily has the effects of nourishing the heart and calming the mind, moistening the lungs and relieving cough, and beautifying the skin. It is very beneficial for people who are weak after illness. It is recommended that adults take 20-30 grams per day. It can be cooked with lotus seeds and porridge, which has a good nourishing effect. When soaking in water, put 2 or 3 dried lilies each time, up to 5 pieces. The number of times is not fixed, just change it when the taste is gone. It is not recommended to eat it every day, after all, it is not good for your health. Because lilies are cold in nature, it is definitely not suitable to eat cold foods in large quantities for a long time, as they may cause spleen and stomach deficiency and affect physical health.

Does dried lily need to be soaked?

Dried lilies are generally used for making soups, porridge, etc. Dried lilies are more resistant to cooking. In this case, there is generally no need to soak it in advance, and it can be cooked easily. However, if you are going to use it to make tea, it might be a good idea to soak it first. Of course, you can choose not to soak it, you can still drink it, just soak it for a little longer.

How to soak dried lily in water

1. Honey lily tea

Ingredients: 2 dried lilies, 10 ml honey.

Brewing method: Brew dried lily with boiling water for 10 minutes, then add honey when drinking.

Efficacy: detoxification and beauty care.

2. Lily and American Ginseng Tea

Ingredients: 5 dried lilies, 1 gram of American ginseng, 3 grams of wolfberry, and 1 gram of bamboo leaves.

Brewing method: Mix the ingredients and brew with boiling water for 10 minutes.

Effects: Clears away heat and moistens the lungs, nourishes the heart and calms the mind, nourishes the skin and resists aging

3. Lily and Chrysanthemum Tea

Ingredients: 2 dried lilies, 3 chrysanthemums, 1 gram of green tea, 0.5 gram of honeysuckle, and 0.5 gram of mint.

Brewing method: After mixing all the ingredients, brew with boiling water for 5 minutes, drink as tea, one dose per day

Efficacy: Clears the liver and improves eyesight, relieves sore throat and reduces swelling. It is suitable for internal heat, sore throat, liver heat and red eyes, etc.