How to cook ginger soup with better effect

　　After a sudden drop in temperature or exposure to rain, a bowl of hot ginger soup is often used to ward off the cold and warm up the body. But the effects of cooking ginger soup are different. How to cook ginger soup with better results?

How to cook ginger soup with better effect

　　1. Choose the right part of ginger

　　The skin of ginger is cool in nature, so you need to peel it to ward off coldness, and cut the tender meat inside into pieces.； If you need to take into account the diuresis, you can keep a small amount of ginger peel. Old ginger has a strong pungent flavor and has a better cold-repelling effect than young ginger, making it suitable for cold weather.

　　2. Slice and fluff for more flavor

　　Cut the ginger into 3-5 mm slices and pat it loose with the back of a knife to destroy the fiber structure and make it easier for the gingerol to be released. Avoid cutting it too thickly or in chunks, otherwise the active ingredients will have difficulty blending into the soup.

　　3. Boil slowly in cold water

　　After putting the ginger into the pot, add cold water just enough to cover the ginger slices. Bring to a boil over high heat, then turn to low heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes. If it is boiled directly in boiling water, the surface proteins will easily coagulate, preventing the components from being analysed.

　　4. Match food ingredients to increase the effect

　　To dispel cold, add 3-5 red dates to neutralize the spiciness.； If you have a cough after being exposed to rain, you can add a small amount of scallions and cook together to strengthen the effect of clearing the nose and dispersing cold. ； For those with a weak constitution, you can add a spoonful of brown sugar to taste to replenish energy.

　　5. Drink while it’s hot and keep it for a while

　　Drink the ginger soup immediately after boiling it. The appropriate temperature is 60-70°C. At this time, the activity of gingerol is the highest and the warming effect is most obvious. Avoid drinking it after letting it cool down. Not only will the taste become worse, but the cold-repelling effect will also be weakened.

　　Cooking ginger soup pays attention to details, and choosing the right method can achieve better results. Adjust the drinking method and combination according to your own situation, so that you can get warmth and meet your body's needs at the same time. If symptoms persist, professional advice should be sought promptly.