Eucommia Bark has been known to strengthen the kidneys, liver and bones. I have recently cook this soup for myself to strengthen my back bones. I must say this soup contain some heatiness, if some of you may not want to add in oxtail, just replace with pork ribs. Here I include a link for you to know more about Eucommia Bark benefits. Do refer Eucommia-Bark for more information.
Oxtail Eucommia Bark soup 杜仲牛尾汤 (serves 4)
500g Oxtail-cut into large chunks and trim off excess fat.
1 Carrot, cut into large pieces
8 Dried red dates, pitted 红枣
15g Eucommia Bark 杜仲
2tsp Salt
2litres Water
- Blanch your oxtail and rinse it.
- Place all ingredients in a pot and simmer for 2 hours.
- The flesh of the oxtail will be able to fall off the bones easily.
