What are the preparation method and health benefits of stewed pear with Sichuan Fritillaria (Chuan Bei)?
Sep 03, 2025
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Huang Yuhong
Introduction
Generally, the preparation of Baked Pear with Sichuan Fritillary Bulb involves steps such as preparing the ingredients, processing the pear, and simmering the ingredients together. Its common effects include moistening the lungs and relieving cough, clearing heat and resolving phlegm, promoting the production of body fluids and relieving thirst, soothing the throat, and providing gentle nourishment. Baked Pear with Sichuan Fritillary Bulb is a food therapy recipe and should not be used as a substitute for medical treatment. The dosage of Sichuan Fritillary Bulb should be appropriate; individuals with spleen and stomach deficiency-cold or diarrhea should consume only small amounts to avoid gastrointestinal discomfort caused by excessive intake.
Under normal circumstances, the preparation of Stewed Pear with Sichuan Fritillary involves several steps, including preparing ingredients, processing the pears, and stewing them together. Its general benefits include moistening the lungs and relieving cough, clearing heat and resolving phlegm, promoting saliva and relieving thirst, moisturizing the throat, and providing gentle nourishment. The detailed explanation is as follows:
I. Preparation of Stewed Pear with Sichuan Fritillary
1. Prepare ingredients: One fresh pear, 3-5 grams of Sichuan fritillary powder, and an appropriate amount of rock sugar. Adjust the quantity of rock sugar according to taste, ensuring all ingredients are clean and free of impurities.
2. Process the pear: Wash the pear thoroughly, cut off about 1/4 from the stem end to use as a "lid," and use a small spoon or knife to remove the core without piercing the bottom, creating a pear-shaped container.
3. Fill ingredients: Place the Sichuan fritillary powder and rock sugar into the hollowed pear container. If using whole Sichuan fritillary bulbs, grind them into powder beforehand to better release their medicinal effects.
4. Cover and secure: Replace the cut-off stem portion as a lid on the pear body and secure it with toothpicks to prevent spillage of juice during stewing and to maintain the integrity of the ingredients.
5. Stew in water: Place the prepared pear into a stewing bowl and simmer over low to medium heat for 30-40 minutes until the pear flesh becomes tender and the juice thickens. Then remove and serve.
II. Benefits of Stewed Pear with Sichuan Fritillary
1. Moisturizes the lungs and relieves cough: Combining Sichuan fritillary with pears nourishes lung yin and alleviates symptoms of dry cough or persistent cough caused by lung dryness, providing effective cough relief.
2. Clears heat and resolves phlegm: For cough with excessive phlegm and yellow, thick sputum caused by lung heat, this dietary therapy helps clear heat, thin phlegm, and promote phlegm expulsion.
3. Promotes saliva and relieves thirst: Pears naturally contain high water content, and when stewed with Sichuan fritillary, further promote saliva production, relieving symptoms such as dry mouth and throat discomfort.
4. Moisturizes the throat: Its gentle nature helps moisturize the mucous membranes of the throat, easing throat pain and hoarseness caused by dryness or inflammation.
5. Gentle nourishment: This preparation is generally mild and non-irritating to the gastrointestinal tract, suitable for most people. It can be used as a nourishing dietary therapy, particularly during dry seasons, to support overall health.
Stewed Pear with Sichuan Fritillary is a dietary therapy and should not replace medical treatment. The dosage of Sichuan fritillary should be appropriate. Those with spleen and stomach deficiency-cold or prone to diarrhea should consume only small amounts to avoid gastrointestinal discomfort caused by excessive intake.
