Embracing all of the dietary principles for spring, stir-fried bean sprouts are a tasty side dish that can complement a dinner. Many recipes are available, but here is one that is particular good for the Liver system.

Actions:

• Nourish and Harmonize Liver
• Preserve Yin

Serves 4

Ingredients:

• Bean Sprouts:     3 cups
• Wood Ears:     1/2 cup
• Carrot:     1/2 cup
• Button Mushrooms:     1/2 cup
• Green Onions:     2 stalks
• Garlic:     1 piece
• Salt:     2tbsp
• Canola oil:     2tbsp

Directions:

1. Rinse all vegetables; chop mushrooms into ¼-inch slices; shred carrots and wood ears to matchstick size; chop garlick
2. Preheat canola oil over high heat in a frying pan or wok; add garlic and green onions and fry until fragrant.
3. Add all vegetables and cover for 1 minute; removing lid, stir fry until mushrooms are soft.
4. Sprinkle salt and transfer to a serving dish

Green Onions promote a smooth flow of Liver Qi

Wood Ears nourish the Yin of the body