Root Veggie Congee with Shiitake Mushrooms
Why it works (TCM Insight):
Congee is a time-honored healing food in Traditional Chinese Medicine. At Alternative Health Care Concepts, we often suggest congee for patients experiencing Spleen Qi deficiency, bloating, or weakened digestion. This dish pairs beautifully with your acupuncture North Hollywood or acupuncture Toluca Lake visits to promote gentle, long-term gut healing.
✅Ingredients:
💚1 cup jasmine or short-grain white rice
💚8 cups water or bone broth
💚½ cup chopped carrots
💚½ cup diced daikon radish or sweet potato
💚4–5 dried or fresh shiitake mushrooms
💚1 tbsp freshly grated ginger
💚1 tbsp sesame oil
💚Salt or tamari to taste
💚Green onion or cilantro for garnish (optional)
🧾 Instructions:
✅Rinse the rice and add to a pot with the water or broth.
✅Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer uncovered for 45–60 minutes until thick and porridge-like.
✅Add vegetables, mushrooms, and ginger in the last 20–25 minutes.
✅Stir in sesame oil and season with salt or tamari.
✅Top with green onion or cilantro.
🌿 Benefits:
💚Soothes the digestive tract
💚Strengthens your Spleen Qi
💚Reduces inflammation and supports nutrient absorption
💚Perfect for those undergoing acupuncture Studio City or acupuncture Burbank therapy
💡 Pro Tip:
Whether you’re coming in for acupuncture Toluca Lake, acupuncture North Hollywood, or acupuncture Studio City, combining your treatments at Alternative Health Care Concepts with these gut-friendly recipes can significantly boost your healing and wellness journey.
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