PAPAYA SOUP WITH GROUNDNUTS AND BLACK EYE PEAS

This soup is suitable for constipation, dry skin and insufficient breast milk.

Papaya is the 'star' ingredient in this soup. It is neutral in nature, tastes sweet, nourishing and promotes digestion. It is also rich in antioxidants, especially vitamins A and C, which can help to prevent a number of health conditions such as cardiovascular diseases and cancer. Half a papaya provides enough vitamin C you need for a day. Papain in papaya helps tenderize meat, making it easier for our stomach and intestines to digest.

Papaya is known as the 'longevity' fruit because the vitamins can help prevent aging and ensures a healthy skin.

Papaya is an essential food for pregnant women too, as it accelerates mammary gland developments and promotes secretion of breast milk. This soup also helps to prevent constipation that is caused by taking too many supplements during confinement period, nourishes skin and speed up recovery of wounds.

Ingredients:

1 green papaya
1 tael (Approx 37.5g) groundnut
1 tael (Approx 37.5g) black eye pea
10 red dates, pits removed
Approx 1kg pig trotters
2500ml water

Scald pig trotters in boiling water for 5 mins. Remove fur, rinse and set aside.
Rinse groundnuts and black eye peas for a few times. Set aside.
Peel papaya, remove seeds and cut into big pieces. Set aside.
Put all ingredients and water in a pot. Bring to a boil over high heat. Turn to low heat and simmer for 3 hours. Serve.

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