Astragalus, Red Date & Goji Tea (北芪红枣杞子茶) Recipe
A simple daily tonic tea with astragalus root, red jujube dates and goji berries — ratios, brew times and variations.
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Quick answer
To make astragalus, red date and goji tea: simmer 15 g astragalus root and 5 slit red dates in 4 cups of water for 20 minutes, then add 10 g goji berries for the final 5 minutes. Strain and drink warm. It is naturally sweet with no added sugar.
Key takeaways
- Ratio: 15 g astragalus · 5 red dates · 10 g goji · 4 cups water.
- Add goji last so the berries keep their shape.
- Add 10 g codonopsis (dang shen) for a richer version.
Ingredients
Makes 2–3 cups.
- 115 g Astragalus Root (北芪)
- 25 Red Jujube Dates (红枣), slit
- 310 g Goji Berries (杞子)
- 4Optional: 10 g Codonopsis (党参片)
- 54 cups (1 L) water
Method
- 1Rinse herbs briefly under cool water.
- 2Add astragalus, dates (and codonopsis) to water; bring to a boil.
- 3Reduce to a gentle simmer for 20 minutes.
- 4Add goji berries and simmer 5 more minutes.
- 5Strain and enjoy warm. Herbs can be re-brewed once.
Frequently asked questions
Can I drink astragalus tea every day?
It is traditionally enjoyed regularly as a food-grade tea. Traditional practice pauses use during an acute cold or fever. Consult your healthcare provider with any medical conditions.
Do I need to remove the jujube pits?
No. Slitting the dates is enough to release their sweetness.
Traditional uses are described for educational purposes and are not medical advice. If you are pregnant, nursing or taking medication, consult a qualified healthcare provider before using herbs.
