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Snow fungus and pear dessert soup served in a bowl, showing the soft jelly-like snow fungus and pear pieces
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Snow Fungus and Pear Dessert Soup

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time2 hours
Soaking Time20 minutes
Total Time2 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 20 grams snow fungus 雪耳20克（洗净） rinsed clean
  • 2 pears 2个梨
  • 2 pandan leaves 2 片香兰叶
  • 1500 ml water 1500毫升水
  • 20 grams rock sugar 20克冰糖
  • 3 red dates 红枣3粒（去核) remove seed
  • 1 tablespoon goji berry 1汤匙枸杞

Instructions

Prepare the Snow Fungus

  • Rinse the snow fungus with water to remove any impurities.
  • Soak it for 15–20 minutes or until it doubles in size and softens.
  • Once softened, squeeze out excess water and cut into smaller pieces.
  • Trim off and discard the hard base of the fungus — this part doesn’t soften even after cooking.

Prepare the Pears

  • Peel the pears and cut them into small bite-sized cubes. Set aside.
  • Assemble the Ingredients
  • Place the prepared snow fungus into a pot.
  • Add the pear cubes and pandan leaves, twisting the pandan slightly to release their aroma.
  • Pour in the water and bring everything to a boil.

Simmer the Soup

  • Once it reaches a boil, reduce to low heat and simmer gently for 45 minutes to 2 hours, depending on your desired texture.
  • For a soft, jelly-like texture, simmer for the full 2 hours or more.

Add Sweeteners and Final Ingredients

  • When the snow fungus reaches your preferred texture, add rock sugar, goji berries, and pitted red dates.
  • Simmer for another 5–10 minutes, or until the sugar dissolves completely.

Serve

  • Remove the pandan leaves, and the dessert soup is ready to serve.
  • You can enjoy it warm or chilled.

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Notes

  • Different Types of Snow Fungus: Some turn soft and jelly-like after cooking, while others stay slightly crunchy. The jelly-like type gives a smoother texture, while the crunchy one adds a bit of bite.
  • Quality Matters: Low-grade snow fungus can sometimes develop a sour taste after long cooking. Choose a good-quality one — you’ll need to test different brands to find your favorite.
  • Cleaning Tip: Always remove any black impurities or hard spots at the base before cooking.
  • Pairing Tip: This dessert pairs beautifully with light meals or after spicy dishes — it’s cooling, soothing, and naturally sweet.