Ginseng Root with Sea Coconut Soup

I can't seem to stop making this dessert. Tasted really refreshing and easy to make too. The original recipe here http://kuali.com/recipes/view.aspx?r=3880 actually calls for sugar but I omit it as it's already sweet enough for me. The combination of honey dates and liquorice is really nice.

Ingredients: (serve 3-4)

• 6 pieces fresh sea-coconut, skinned and sliced thickly (if you are using canned sea coconut, no need to slice)
• 12g hairs of ginseng roots
• 3 pieces liquorice
• 5 honey dates, rinsed
• 1.2 litres water

Method:

1. Bring water, ginseng root and liquorice to a boil for 10 minutes.
2. Reduce the heat and add honey dates and sea-coconut.
3. Simmer over medium low heat for 40 minutes.
4. Turn off the heat and leave to cool.

Simple, isn't it? :) Just 3 steps.

I am submitting this post to Aspiring Bakers #20: Asian dessert buffet! (June 2012) hosted by Moon of Food Playground.