Red date and longan soup
Red date and longan soup, also known as 'Gui Yuan Hong Zao Tang', is a traditional Chinese sweet dessert soup. It is typically made by simmering dried red dates (jujubes) and dried longan fruit in water, often with rock sugar for sweetness. This comforting soup is widely enjoyed across China, especially during colder months or as a nourishing treat.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This soup is naturally high in carbohydrates, primarily from the natural sugars in the dried fruits. It provides a good source of energy and is rich in key nutrients like potassium, iron, and vitamin C, with a typical serving containing around 150-200 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Protein | 2.5 g |
| Carbs | 42 g |
| Fat | 0.5 g |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Sugar | 35 g |
| Sodium | 10 mg |
| Potassium | 450 mg |
| Iron | 2.8 mg |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Magnesium | 35 mg |
| Phosphorus | 60 mg |
| Manganese | 0.5 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.2 mg |
| Copper | 0.3 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, this soup is deeply rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and is believed to nourish the blood, calm the mind, and promote overall wellness. Nutritionally, the combination of red dates and longan is celebrated for its natural sweetness and potential health benefits without added fats.
