About the Recipe
Use when you have a dry, scratchy, or barking cough—especially if it’s worse in the evening or after talking a lot. This remedy supports the Lungs by adding moisture and gently clearing lingering heat. Great for transitional weather or post-viral recovery.
Ingredients
1 Asian pear
1–2 tsp raw honey (local if possible)
Optional: a few goji berries or a slice of fresh ginger if you run cold
Preparation
Wash the pear and slice off the top (like a lid).
Scoop out a small cavity in the center.
Fill the hollow with honey (and optional herbs).
Replace the top and steam for 20–30 minutes until soft.
Eat warm — pear flesh, honey, and any liquid that collects in the bottom.
Primary Symptoms
Dry cough, sore throat, hoarseness, heat in the chest
Notes and Variations
Add a few goji berries if you also feel tired or dry in the eyes
Add a slice of ginger if the cough is dry and there's mucus you want to loosen
Skip honey and just steam if avoiding sweeteners or using with kids under 1
Works well after illness or during dry seasons like fall or late winter