* Exported from MasterCook *
Hangover Chicken or Duck Soup
Recipe By : Martin Yan
Serving Size : 6 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Chinese Soups
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1/2 fryer chicken, 1 1/2 lbs -- cut into 1 1/2" pcs
6 cups soup stock
3 slices ginger
1/2 cup lilly buds, soaked
1/4 cup dried wood ears, soaked
3/4 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup rice wine, sake, or dry sherry
dash white pepper
1/3 cup rice wine, added at end
Bring soup stock to a boil.
Add chicken, ginger, lily buds, wood ear, salt and wine. Let cook over medium heat for 15-17 mins. Before serving add pepper and wine to taste.
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NOTES : This intoxicating soup is traditionally served to women during their first month after childbirth. Why? Good question and there are many answers! It's a tradition and for ladies only!--Martin Yan
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