500g lotus root, 30g dried assorted beans, 30g dried lotus seeds, 30g dried red dates, 10 cups water, 2 pec dried orange peels, Brown sugar or salt to taste

1. Cut lotus root into thick slices
2. Remove the core of lotus seeds
3. Remove the stone from red dates
4. Soak lotus seeds and assorted dry beans for 2 hours, drain and discard water
5. Soak dried orange peel until soft, scrap clean the inner side
6. Cook all ingredients in high heat to bring to a boil
7. Reduce to medium low heat and continue to cook for 1 ½ to 2 hours
8. Season with salt or brown sugar to taste