A delicious Postpartum Lactation Soup – Hairy Gourd, Octopus, Peanut and Black-Eyed Bean Soup recipe.
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| Ingredient | Amount | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|
| hairy gourd (节瓜) | 1 | ||
| octopus | 1 | ||
| peanuts | 50 | ||
| black-eyed beans (眉豆) | 50 | ||
| pork bones | 500 | ||
| dried honey date | 1 | ||
| ginger | a few | ||
| fish maw | to taste |
A delicious Postpartum Lactation Soup – Hairy Gourd, Octopus, Peanut and Black-Eyed Bean Soup recipe.

Soak the peanuts and black-eyed beans in advance. Cut the octopus into pieces. Cut the hairy gourd into large chunks.


Bring to a boil over high heat and simmer for 30 minutes, then reduce to medium-low heat and simmer for 1 hour.