First of all, the main raw materials, such as Gleditsia sinensis, seed oil and Polygonum multiflorum Thunb, can be broken with a small hammer at home, and then washed with clear water. It takes more than half an hour to soak in the water, or longer.
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Then, don't use iron pots, stainless steel or casserole. You can add three times as much water as the raw material at a time. Boil first with high fire and simmer slowly. Pay attention to stirring when cooking, and don't stick to the pan. It usually takes more than 5 hours to cook. After cooking, filter out the dregs and set aside to cool. In summer, they can be stored in the refrigerator.