Recipe Library
Recipes below are categorised by IDDSI level, sorted from lowest to highest. Each recipe includes ingredients, method, and fork pressure test results.
High-Protein Fortified Shake (Thickened) | IDDSI Level 1-2 Recipe
A 15-minute IDDSI Level 1-2 recipe. Milk powder, peanut butter and banana fortified shake providing 18–22g protein — for dysphagia patients needing extra nutrition.
Thickened Watermelon Juice | IDDSI Level 1 Recipe
A 10-minute IDDSI Level 1 recipe. Fresh watermelon juice thickened to mildly thick — sweet, hydrating, and safe for those needing thickened thin liquids.
Avocado & Banana Breakfast Smoothie (IDDSI Level 2)
IDDSI Level 2 breakfast smoothie. Avocado and banana blended with milk — naturally thick, high-calorie, high-potassium, no thickener needed.
HK Milk Tea (Thickened to IDDSI Level 2)
Hong Kong cha chaan teng milk tea thickened to IDDSI Level 2 with xanthan gum. Retains authentic tea and milk flavour, safe for dysphagia diets.
Chrysanthemum and Honey Drink (Thickened) | IDDSI Level 2 Recipe
A 15-minute IDDSI Level 2 recipe. Traditional HK chrysanthemum tea with honey thickened to moderately thick — cooling, floral, and safe for dysphagia diets.
Chrysanthemum Rice Water | IDDSI Level 2 Cooling Traditional HK Drink
IDDSI Level 2 traditional cooling drink. Chrysanthemum rice water thickened to Level 2 — heat-clearing, lightly sweet, all solids strained out.
Thickened Horlicks Hot Drink | IDDSI Level 2 Recipe
A 15-minute IDDSI Level 2 recipe. HK classic Horlicks malted milk thickened to moderately thick — nostalgic comfort drink safely modified for dysphagia diets.
Sesame Rice Water | IDDSI Level 2 Dairy-Free Thickened Drink Recipe
IDDSI Level 2 dairy-free drink. Ground sesame and rice blended into a nourishing sesame rice water, thickened to Level 2 — rich, smooth, and allergy-friendly.
Snow Pear and Honey Drink (Mildly Thick) | IDDSI Level 2 Recipe
A 35-minute IDDSI Level 2 recipe. Classic HK 雪梨蜂蜜水 thickened to nectar consistency — traditional dry cough remedy for dysphagia diets.
Astragalus and Wolfberry Chicken Soup (Liquidised) | IDDSI Level 3 Recipe
A 90-minute IDDSI Level 3 recipe. Traditional HK 北芪杞子雞湯 fully strained — immune-boosting 老火湯 safe for dysphagia diets.
Autumn Carrot and Beef Congee | IDDSI Level 3–4 Recipe
Warming autumn congee with minced beef and carrot cooked to IDDSI Level 3–4 — iron-rich, stomach-warming, smooth and easy to swallow for dysphagia diets.
Autumn Spinach and Tofu Soup | IDDSI Level 3–4 Recipe
Smooth spinach and silken tofu soup blended to IDDSI Level 3–4 — iron-rich and vegetarian, bright green, warming for autumn, suitable for dysphagia diets.
Cantonese Silky Beef Congee | IDDSI Level 3 Recipe
A 60-minute IDDSI Level 3 recipe. Cantonese fresh-boiled beef congee with a silky, flowing base and tender minced beef — safe for severe dysphagia diets.
Black Glutinous Rice Porridge | IDDSI Level 3 Recipe
A 40-minute IDDSI Level 3 recipe. Black glutinous rice porridge blended to a smooth, flowing consistency — antioxidant-rich and naturally sweet.
Black Sesame Paste (Liquidised) | IDDSI Level 3 Recipe
Traditional Cantonese black sesame paste blended and double-sieved to a smooth flowing liquid — IDDSI Level 3 compliant, rich flavour retained for dysphagia diets.
Chilled Mung Bean and Barley Soup | IDDSI Level 3 Summer Cooling Soup
IDDSI Level 3 summer cooling soup. Mung bean and barley blended and strained to Level 3 — heat-clearing, traditional HK sweet soup, all solids removed.
Century Egg & Pork Congee (IDDSI Level 3)
IDDSI Level 3 HK breakfast classic. Silky congee blended with century egg and minced pork — smooth, pourable, safe for dysphagia diets.
Pumpkin and Chicken Congee | IDDSI Level 3 Recipe
Golden pumpkin and chicken congee blended and sieved to a smooth flowing liquid — IDDSI Level 3 compliant, naturally sweet and nourishing for dysphagia diets.
Fortified Milk Oatmeal | IDDSI Level 3 Recipe
IDDSI Level 3 recipe. Oats cooked in fortified milk to a silky smooth consistency, rich in calcium and protein. Ideal breakfast for dysphagia patients needing bone and overall nutritional support.
Protein-Fortified Rice Congee | IDDSI Level 3 Recipe
IDDSI Level 3 high-protein congee. Rice porridge with egg white and chicken puree, providing ~16g protein per bowl. Smooth, flowing texture for dysphagia patients.
Spicy Ginger Beef Bone Broth (Liquidised) | IDDSI Level 3 Recipe
A 45-minute IDDSI Level 3 recipe. Warming ginger beef bone broth strained to a clear flowing liquid — collagen-rich, safe for dysphagia diets.
Ginger Tea Jelly | IDDSI Level 3-4 Thickened Drink Recipe
Easy ginger tea jelly for IDDSI Level 3-4. Refrigerator-set for safe swallowing, preserving the warming flavour of ginger tea. Suitable for elderly requiring thickened beverages.
Lentil Vegetable Soup (Liquidised) | IDDSI Level 3 Recipe
IDDSI Level 3 vegetarian recipe. Red lentils with carrot and tomato, blended and sieved smooth — high plant protein, safe flowing liquid for dysphagia diets.
Longan and Red Date Sweet Soup (Liquidised) | IDDSI Level 3 Recipe
A 25-minute IDDSI Level 3 recipe. HK longan red date sweet soup strained to a smooth flowing liquid — safe for dysphagia diets.
Lotus Seed and Lily Bulb Congee (Liquidised) | IDDSI Level 3 Recipe
IDDSI Level 3 TCM-inspired vegetarian recipe. Lotus seeds, lily bulbs and Job's tears blended to a smooth calming liquid — traditionally used to support sleep and reduce anxiety.
Pumpkin Soup | IDDSI Level 3 Care Food Recipe
A 25-minute IDDSI Level 3 recipe. Pumpkin blended into a silky smooth liquidised soup — fibre-free, lump-free, suitable for moderate to severe dysphagia.
Oat Milk Congee | IDDSI Level 3 Dairy-Free Breakfast Recipe
IDDSI Level 3 dairy-free breakfast congee. Oat milk replaces dairy for a smooth, warming congee strained to Level 3 — suitable for dairy allergy and dysphagia.
Smooth Oatmeal Congee | IDDSI Level 3 Recipe
A 20-minute IDDSI Level 3 recipe. Oatmeal blended to a completely smooth, flowing consistency — high-fibre and naturally smooth for dysphagia diets.
Oyster and Egg Drop Soup | IDDSI Level 3 Liquidised Recipe
A 35-minute IDDSI Level 3 recipe. Oyster and egg drop soup strained to a smooth, zinc-rich liquid — flows freely through a fork, ideal for severe dysphagia.
Sweet Peanut Paste (Liquidised) | IDDSI Level 3 Recipe
A 35-minute IDDSI Level 3 recipe. HK sweet peanut paste blended smooth and sieved — naturally creamy flowing liquid for dysphagia diets.
Preserved Egg and Lean Pork Congee | IDDSI Level 3 Recipe
Hong Kong pei dan sau yuk jook blended and sieved to a smooth flowing liquid — IDDSI Level 3 compliant, full savoury flavour preserved for dysphagia diets.
Pumpkin Egg Drop Soup (IDDSI Level 3)
IDDSI Level 3 morning warming soup. Blended pumpkin with egg stirred in and re-blended — smooth, golden, naturally sweet, safe for dysphagia diets.
Quinoa Congee | IDDSI Level 3 Recipe
IDDSI Level 3 recipe. Quinoa contains all essential amino acids and blends into a silky flowing congee. Rich in plant protein for vegetarian or protein-supplementing dysphagia patients.
Red Bean and Barley Sweet Soup (Liquidised) | IDDSI Level 3 Recipe
A 90-minute IDDSI Level 3 recipe. Classic HK 紅豆薏米糖水 fully strained — summer dampness-clearing sweet soup safe for dysphagia diets.
Sweet Red Bean Soup (Liquidised) | IDDSI Level 3 Recipe
A 30-minute IDDSI Level 3 recipe. HK red bean soup blended smooth and sieved to remove skins — safe flowing liquid for dysphagia diets.
Rice Milk Sweet Potato Congee | IDDSI Level 3 Dairy-Free Staple Recipe
IDDSI Level 3 dairy-free staple. Homemade rice milk cooked with sweet potato into a smooth, naturally sweet congee — strained to Level 3 and completely dairy-free.
Soy Milk Soft Tofu Pudding | IDDSI Level 3 Dairy-Free Traditional Dessert
IDDSI Level 3 traditional soy-based recipe. Fresh soy milk set into silky tofu pudding, all dairy-free, strained smooth to meet Level 3 liquidised standards.
Spinach Tofu Smooth (Liquidised) | IDDSI Level 3 Recipe
IDDSI Level 3 vegetarian recipe. Spinach and silken tofu blended and sieved to a smooth green flowing liquid — iron and calcium rich, light and fresh for dysphagia diets.
Cantonese Steamed Clam Clear Soup | IDDSI Level 3 Recipe
A 30-minute IDDSI Level 3 recipe. Steamed clam broth strained to a pure, mineral-rich thin liquid — flows freely through a fork, ideal for severe dysphagia diets.
Cream of Corn Soup | IDDSI Level 3 Care Food Recipe
A 20-minute IDDSI Level 3 recipe. Sweet corn blended with cream into a smooth, uniformly flowing soup suitable for moderate dysphagia.
Sweet Corn Cream Soup (IDDSI Level 3)
IDDSI Level 3 breakfast soup. Blended and strained sweet corn with cream — smooth, naturally sweet, fibre-rich, safe for dysphagia morning meals.
Sweet Ginger Egg Drop Dessert Soup (Liquidised) | IDDSI Level 3 Recipe
A 20-minute IDDSI Level 3 recipe. HK ginger milk pudding adapted to a strained flowing liquid — warming winter dessert safe for dysphagia diets.
Sweet Walnut Paste (Liquidised) | IDDSI Level 3 Recipe
A 30-minute IDDSI Level 3 recipe. HK sweet walnut paste blended smooth and sieved — omega-3-rich flowing liquid for dysphagia diets.
Watercress and Pork Congee (IDDSI Level 3) | IDDSI Level 3 Care Food Recipe
Watercress and pork simmered into a smooth liquidised congee — nourishing and lung-moistening, reaches IDDSI Level 3 for severe dysphagia patients.
Pearl Barley Water Thickened | IDDSI Level 3 Care Food Recipe
Traditional Hong Kong pearl barley water thickened to IDDSI Level 3 — cooling properties for summer, kidney-friendly, with syringe test guidance for dysphagia care.
Black Sesame Sweet Soup (IDDSI Level 3-4) | IDDSI Level 3-4 Care Food Recipe
A traditional Hong Kong black sesame sweet soup adapted for dysphagia care — adjustable from IDDSI Level 3 (liquidised) to Level 4 (pureed). Rich in calcium and healthy fats.
Almond Jelly with Lychee | IDDSI Level 4 Dessert Recipe
Chilled almond jelly pressed fine and served with pureed lychee — IDDSI Level 4, cooling and fragrant. A classic Cantonese summer dessert adapted for dysphagia care.
Almond Milk Pear Soup | IDDSI Level 4 Dairy-Free TCM Dessert Soup
IDDSI Level 4 dairy-free TCM soup. Almond milk simmered with snow pear into a smooth nourishing dessert soup, strained to Level 4 pureed — allergy-friendly.
Almond Tofu Dessert | IDDSI Level 4 Cold Dessert Recipe
A 20-minute IDDSI Level 4 dessert. HK almond tofu (almond jelly) with reduced gelatine — silky, cool and smooth, yielding gently under spoon pressure.
Banana Oat Soft Cake | IDDSI Level 6 Dessert Recipe
Flourless banana oat cake baked moist and tender — IDDSI Level 6, naturally sweet, high in fibre and potassium. A simple baked dessert for elderly residents on a soft diet.
Black Bean Puree with Soft Rice | IDDSI Level 4 Recipe
IDDSI Level 4 vegetarian recipe. Black beans cooked until soft then pureed to a deep, rich paste — high anthocyanin antioxidants, complete plant protein, served with soft rice.
Spinach and Pork Liver Soup Puree | IDDSI Level 4 Care Food Recipe
A traditional Hong Kong blood-building soup blended into a silky smooth puree — high in iron and folate, ideal for anaemic elderly. Retains the warmth and nourishment of the original tonic soup.
Braised Beef Shank Puree | IDDSI Level 4-5 Care Food Recipe
IDDSI Level 4-5 recipe. HK-style braised beef shank, slow-cooked 3-4 hours — pull apart to Level 5 or blend to Level 4 puree. Iron-rich, ideal for elderly with anaemia.
Buddha Bowl Puree | IDDSI Level 4 Recipe
IDDSI Level 4 vegan recipe. Chickpeas, quinoa, spinach and sweet potato blended to a nutritionally complete colourful puree — full plant protein, vibrant and appetising.
Century Egg and Silken Tofu | IDDSI Level 4 No-Cook Cold Dish
IDDSI Level 4 cold dish, no cooking needed. Silken tofu with mashed century egg in sesame-soy dressing — a Hong Kong classic adapted for dysphagia.
Char Siu Pork Puree | IDDSI Level 4 Pureed Recipe
A 30-minute IDDSI Level 4 recipe. Hong Kong BBQ pork blended smooth with broth — sweet, savoury, and safe for dysphagia care.
HK-Style Steamed Egg Custard with Minced Pork | IDDSI Level 4 Recipe
IDDSI Level 4 savoury main. HK steamed egg custard with fine minced pork — silky, high-protein and deeply familiar to Cantonese elders.
Chayote and Carrot Chicken Puree (IDDSI Level 4) | IDDSI Level 4 Care Food Recipe
Chayote, carrot and chicken blended into a smooth golden puree — naturally sweet and nourishing, reaches IDDSI Level 4 for elderly patients with dysphagia.
Chicken Liver Puree | IDDSI Level 4 Recipe
IDDSI Level 4 recipe. Chicken liver blended into a smooth puree, dense in iron and quality protein. Ideal nutritional supplement for dysphagia patients with anaemia or malnutrition.
Chilled Silken Tofu with Sesame Sauce | IDDSI Level 4 No-Cook Summer Dish
IDDSI Level 4 no-cook summer dish. Chilled silken tofu with thinned sesame sauce — smooth, protein-rich, ready in 10 minutes.
Chinese Wolfberry and Chicken Soup (Pureed) | IDDSI Level 4 Recipe
A 40-minute IDDSI Level 4 recipe. Wolfberry chicken soup pureed smooth — eye health, warming, nourishing, safe for dysphagia diets in winter.
Chinese Yam and Lean Pork Soup (Pureed) | IDDSI Level 4 Recipe
A 75-minute IDDSI Level 4 recipe. HK 淮山瘦肉湯 blended smooth — traditional digestive tonic 老火湯 safe for dysphagia diets.
Coconut Milk Pudding (No-Sago, IDDSI Level 4) | HK Dessert Recipe
A 20-minute IDDSI Level 4 recipe. HK coconut tapioca adapted without sago pearls — smooth coconut pudding safe for dysphagia diets.
Winter Melon and Scallop Soup Puree (IDDSI Level 4) | IDDSI Level 4 Care Food Recipe
Winter melon blended with dried scallop into a silky umami-rich puree — naturally reaches IDDSI Level 4 without thickener, ideal for elderly patients with dysphagia.
Silken Tofu Pudding (IDDSI Level 4 Pureed) | IDDSI Level 4 Care Food Recipe
A classic Hong Kong street food adapted for dysphagia care. Silky tofu pudding at IDDSI Level 4 — high in plant protein, calcium-rich, and naturally suited to safe swallowing.
Edamame and Tofu Puree | IDDSI Level 4 Recipe
IDDSI Level 4 recipe. Edamame and silken tofu blended into a smooth plant-protein puree, rich in isoflavones and quality protein. Ideal for vegetarian dysphagia patients.
HK Egg Tart Custard (Smooth) | IDDSI Level 4 Recipe
A 25-minute IDDSI Level 4 recipe. HK egg tart custard steamed without the pastry shell — silky smooth, spoonable, safe for dysphagia diets.
Sesame Sweet Potato Mash | IDDSI Level 4 Care Food Recipe
A 20-minute IDDSI Level 4 recipe. Steamed sweet potato mashed to a silky smooth consistency with sesame paste — a naturally sweet dessert or snack for elderly care.
Honey Oatmeal Porridge | IDDSI Level 4 Care Food Recipe
A 15-minute IDDSI Level 4 recipe. Smooth blended oatmeal with honey and banana — high fibre, high energy, ideal for breakfast.
Fig and Banana Custard | IDDSI Level 4 Autumn Dessert Recipe
Smooth fig and banana milk custard set with gelatine to IDDSI Level 4 — iron-rich autumn dessert or snack for dysphagia diets, mildly sweet and easy to spoon.
Blended Fish and Tofu Soup | IDDSI Level 4 Pureed Recipe
A 30-minute IDDSI Level 4 recipe. White fish and silken tofu blended to a smooth, uniform bisque — flows slowly off a spoon, ideal for dysphagia diets.
Glutinous Rice Ball Soup | IDDSI Level 4–5 Dessert Recipe
Mini glutinous rice balls with sesame filling in warm ginger syrup — adapted for IDDSI Level 4–5. A festive tong sui dessert made safe for dysphagia care.
Hong Kong Curry Fish Ball Puree | IDDSI Level 4 Pureed Recipe
A 25-minute IDDSI Level 4 recipe. Iconic HK street food curry fish balls blended silky smooth — bold curry aroma, high protein, safe for dysphagia care.
Smooth Chicken Congee | IDDSI Level 4 Care Food Recipe
A 30-minute IDDSI Level 4 recipe. Chicken with smooth congee base — high protein, suitable for care homes and home caregiving.
Ginger Milk Pudding | IDDSI Level 4 Care Food Recipe
A 20-minute IDDSI Level 4 recipe. Traditional Hong Kong ginger milk pudding — sets naturally without additives, anti-nausea benefits of ginger, suitable for dysphagia care.
Lotus Root and Pork Rib Soup Puree (IDDSI Level 4 Pureed) | IDDSI Level 4 Care Food Recipe
A traditional Hong Kong lotus root and pork rib soup blended smooth for IDDSI Level 4. Familiar flavour, safe texture — comforting care food for elderly patients.
Hong Kong Mango Pudding | IDDSI Level 4 Dessert Recipe
A 25-minute IDDSI Level 4 dessert. Classic HK mango pudding with reduced gelatine — smooth, yielding texture that flows slowly under spoon pressure.
Mango Pudding without Sago | IDDSI Level 4 Summer Dessert
IDDSI Level 4 summer dessert. Mango pudding without sago — silky smooth, intensely fragrant, adapted safely for dysphagia diets.
Papaya and Snow Fungus Sweet Soup (IDDSI Level 3-4) | IDDSI Level 3-4 Care Food Recipe
A traditional Hong Kong tong sui adapted for dysphagia: papaya blended to Level 4 puree, snow fungus simmered to Level 5-6 soft. A familiar dessert for elderly patients.
Mushroom Miso Puree | IDDSI Level 4 Recipe
IDDSI Level 4 vegetarian recipe. Dried shiitake and silken tofu braised with white miso, blended to a smooth umami-rich puree — plant protein, appetite-stimulating.
Pumpkin Cream Purée | IDDSI Level 4 Care Food Recipe
A 20-minute IDDSI Level 4 recipe. Pumpkin with cream — smooth and naturally sweet, rich in Beta-carotene. Suitable for dysphagia care.
Papaya and Snow Fungus Soup | IDDSI Level 5 Dessert Recipe
Papaya diced soft to IDDSI Level 5, snow fungus simmered until yielding — a skin-nourishing Cantonese tong sui adapted for dysphagia care with rock sugar sweetness.
Pear and Almond Milk Soup | IDDSI Level 4–5 Autumn Recipe
Smooth Cantonese pear and almond milk soup blended to IDDSI Level 4 — moistening and lung-nourishing for dry autumn weather, mildly sweet with almond fragrance.
Prawn and Tofu Soup | IDDSI Level 4 Pureed Recipe
A 30-minute IDDSI Level 4 recipe. HK prawn and tofu soup blended to a smooth, uniform puree — flows slowly off a spoon, ideal for dysphagia diets.
Pumpkin and Mung Bean Soup | IDDSI Level 4–5 Autumn Recipe
Smooth Cantonese pumpkin and mung bean soup blended to IDDSI Level 4 — seasonal autumn transition soup, naturally sweet, cooling and warming in balance.
Black Sesame Paste with Mini Rice Balls | IDDSI Level 4 Dessert Recipe
Rich black sesame paste with soft mini glutinous rice balls — IDDSI Level 4, high in calcium and iron. A beloved Hong Kong tong sui classic adapted for dysphagia care.
Silken Tofu with Ginger Syrup | IDDSI Level 4 Dessert Recipe
A naturally IDDSI Level 4 Cantonese dessert. Silken tofu flower with warm ginger syrup — smooth, gentle, zero cooking required.
Snow Fungus and Lotus Seed Sweet Soup | IDDSI Level 4-5 Care Food Recipe
Traditional Cantonese tong sui with snow fungus and lotus seeds. Correctly softened snow fungus reaches IDDSI L5; blended version reaches L4.
Honey Steamed Egg Custard | IDDSI Level 4 Dessert Recipe
Silky steamed egg custard with honey — naturally IDDSI Level 4, high protein, gentle and nourishing. A simple, dignified dessert for elderly residents with dysphagia.
Steamed Fish and Tofu Cake | IDDSI Level 4 Recipe
IDDSI Level 4 recipe. Blended fresh fish fillet and silken tofu steamed into a smooth cake, rich in quality protein and calcium. Ideal daily protein source for dysphagia patients.
Steamed Pear with Honey and Ginger | IDDSI Level 4–5 Autumn Recipe
Classic Cantonese steamed pear blended with honey and ginger to IDDSI Level 4–5 — cough-soothing and lung-moistening for dry autumn weather, naturally sweet.
Cream of Corn Soup (Enriched) | IDDSI Level 4 Care Food Recipe
Hong Kong cha chaan teng cream of corn soup adapted to IDDSI Level 4. Smooth and naturally sweet, fortifiable with cream or milk powder for extra energy.
Sweet Potato Ginger Soup | IDDSI Level 4–5 Dessert Recipe
Hong Kong street classic: sweet potato blended smooth with fresh ginger and yellow sugar — IDDSI Level 4–5, naturally sweet, warming and energy-rich for dysphagia care.
Sweet Potato Peanut Soup | IDDSI Level 4 Recipe
IDDSI Level 4 HK-style vegetarian recipe. Sweet potato and peanuts slow-cooked then pureed to a rich, naturally sweet paste — a dysphagia-safe take on a classic Cantonese soup.
Coconut Sweet Potato Puree | IDDSI Level 4 Recipe
Steamed sweet potato blended with coconut milk to a smooth, lump-free puree — IDDSI Level 4 compliant, naturally sweet, ideal for dysphagia diets.
Teochew Fish Ball Puree | IDDSI Level 4 Pureed Recipe
A 20-minute IDDSI Level 4 recipe. Familiar Teochew fish balls blended smooth with fish broth — high protein, umami-rich, and safe for dysphagia care.
Tofu Pudding with Ginger Syrup | IDDSI Level 4 Dessert Recipe
Silken tofu pudding in warm ginger syrup — naturally IDDSI Level 4, no processing needed. A stomach-warming Hong Kong classic for people with dysphagia.
West Lake Minced Beef Soup | IDDSI Level 4 Care Food Recipe
Classic Cantonese thick soup with minced beef in a silky starchy egg-drop base. Naturally reaches IDDSI Level 4 with correct cornstarch ratio.
White Fungus and Papaya Sweet Soup | IDDSI Level 4 Recipe
Cantonese white fungus papaya sweet soup adapted to IDDSI Level 4: papaya fully cooked and blended smooth, particle-free — nourishing dessert for dysphagia diets.
Winter Melon and Dried Shrimp Puree (IDDSI Level 4) | IDDSI Level 4 Care Food Recipe
Winter melon blended with dried shrimp into a silky umami puree — naturally reaches IDDSI Level 4, ideal for elderly patients with dysphagia.
Winter Melon and Dried Shrimp Soup Puree | IDDSI Level 4 Recipe
A 25-minute IDDSI Level 4 recipe. A classic Hong Kong summer soup adapted for dysphagia care — winter melon blended silky smooth with intense dried shrimp umami. Sieved to remove all hard particles.
Banana Oat Porridge | IDDSI Level 4 Care Food Recipe
A 10-minute IDDSI Level 4 recipe. Banana with oats — no-cook, naturally sweet, ideal for breakfast. Quick and easy care food.
Steamed Pumpkin Egg Custard | IDDSI Level 4 Care Food Recipe
Silky steamed egg custard blended with pumpkin puree — naturally sweet, vibrant orange, and rich in protein and vitamin A. A gentle, visually appealing dish for elderly with texture needs.
Steamed Egg with Silken Tofu | IDDSI Level 4 Care Food Recipe
A 10-minute IDDSI Level 4 recipe. Egg with silken tofu — smooth, protein-rich, suitable for elderly with dysphagia.
Steamed Egg Custard with Steamed Fish | IDDSI Level 4 Care Food Recipe
A 25-minute IDDSI Level 4 recipe. Silky steamed egg custard topped with flaked steamed fish — high protein, low fat, and smooth for easy swallowing.
Black Sesame Porridge | IDDSI Level 4 Care Food Recipe
A 20-minute IDDSI Level 4 recipe. Black sesame porridge — rich in calcium and iron, smooth and fragrant, perfect for breakfast or as a snack.
Minced Pork Congee | IDDSI Level 4 Care Food Recipe
A 35-minute IDDSI Level 4 recipe. Minced pork cooked into a silky smooth congee base — a Hong Kong staple, adapted for dysphagia care.
Steamed Chicken with Shiitake Mushroom | IDDSI Level 5-6 Care Food Recipe
A 45-minute IDDSI Level 5-6 recipe. Classic Hong Kong steamed chicken with shiitake — chicken thigh stays moist, mushrooms softened to correct texture, adapted for dysphagia care.
Bitter Melon with Minced Beef (IDDSI Level 5) | IDDSI Level 5 Care Food Recipe
Bitter melon finely diced with minced beef in black bean sauce — moist and tender, reaches IDDSI Level 5 minced and moist for mild to moderate dysphagia.
Century Egg and Lean Pork Congee | IDDSI Level 5 Care Food Recipe
Classic HK comfort congee with shredded pork at IDDSI L5 specs and gelatinous century egg. A beloved dish for elderly care and convalescence.
Chestnut and Sweet Potato Soup | IDDSI Level 5–6 Autumn Recipe
Cantonese autumn warming soup with chestnuts simmered until fork-mashable and sweet potato softened to IDDSI Level 5–6 — naturally sweet, easy to prepare.
Cheung Fun Silky Rolls | IDDSI Level 5 Minced & Moist Recipe
A 25-minute IDDSI Level 5 recipe. Silky rice noodle rolls filled with minced pork, cut small and bathed in warm soy sauce — dim sum comfort, dysphagia safe.
Claypot Tofu and Mushroom (Soft & Moist) | IDDSI Level 5 Recipe
A 30-minute IDDSI Level 5 recipe. Claypot-style silken tofu and mushroom adapted to soft, moist texture — warming and safe for dysphagia diets.
Cottage Cheese and Fruit Mash | IDDSI Level 5 Recipe
IDDSI Level 5 recipe. Cottage cheese blended with soft ripe fruit puree, rich in calcium and protein. A refreshing snack or dessert supplement for dysphagia patients.
Silken Tofu Steamed Egg | IDDSI Level 5 Care Food Recipe
A 20-minute IDDSI Level 5 recipe. Silken tofu cubes set with steamed egg — soft, moist and shape-retaining, suitable for mild to moderate dysphagia.
Tomato and Egg Stir-fry | IDDSI Level 5 Care Food Recipe
A 15-minute IDDSI Level 5 recipe. Classic Cantonese tomato and egg dish adapted for dysphagia-friendly eating.
Tomato Braised Fish (IDDSI Level 5 Minced & Moist) | IDDSI Level 5 Care Food Recipe
A 30-minute IDDSI Level 5 recipe. Tender fish pieces in a rich tomato sauce — high protein, bone-free, and moist enough for safe swallowing.
Steamed Sweet Potato and Taro Cake (IDDSI Level 5-6) | IDDSI Level 5-6 Care Food Recipe
A Cantonese dim sum-inspired sweet potato and taro steamed cake, cut to 1.5cm cubes for IDDSI Level 5-6. Festive, familiar, and safe for elderly patients with dysphagia.
Fuzzy Melon and Pork Slice Soup | IDDSI Level 5-6 Care Food Recipe
Classic HK home soup using fuzzy melon with thinly sliced pork at IDDSI L5-6. Well-cooked fuzzy melon is naturally soft and ideal for elderly care.
Modified Hakka Stuffed Tofu | IDDSI Level 5-6 Care Food Recipe
A 35-minute IDDSI Level 5-6 recipe. Classic Hakka flavour adapted for dysphagia care — steamed tofu with finely minced filling, kept moist with a savoury sauce.
Shredded Chicken Congee | IDDSI Level 5-6 Care Food Recipe
A classic Hong Kong shredded chicken congee adapted for care: silky congee base (Level 4) with tender shredded chicken (Level 5-6), ideal for post-illness recovery and elderly care.
Steamed Minced Pork Patty with Ginger | IDDSI Level 5 Care Food Recipe
A 35-minute IDDSI Level 5 recipe. Classic Hong Kong steamed pork patty with ginger — correct fat ratio keeps the patty moist, familiar flavour for elderly, adapted for dysphagia care.
Ginger Steamed Fish Fillet | IDDSI Level 5 Care Food Recipe
An 18-minute IDDSI Level 5 recipe. Ginger steamed fish fillet — high protein, low fat, classic Cantonese flavour for dysphagia care.
Pan-fried Silken Egg Tofu (IDDSI Level 5) | IDDSI Level 5 Care Food Recipe
Tube-style egg tofu (Japanese tofu) cut to 1.5cm pieces — naturally meets IDDSI Level 5 soft and bite-sized standard. Protein-rich, ready in 15 minutes.
Lotus Seed and Lily Bulb Sweet Soup | IDDSI Level 5 Care Food Recipe
A classic Hong Kong health tong sui adapted for care: lotus seeds cooked to IDDSI Level 5 softness, with lily bulb, gentle TCM properties, and practical storage and reheating tips.
Lotus Root and Pork Bone Soup | IDDSI Level 5 Recipe
Cantonese lotus root pork soup with lotus root sliced thin and simmered until fork-mashable — IDDSI Level 5 soft and bite-sized, clear savoury broth.
Minced Beef with Tomato and Egg | IDDSI Level 5 Recipe
A 45-minute IDDSI Level 5 recipe. Cantonese home-style minced beef with tomato and egg — soft, moist and sauced for moderate dysphagia diets.
Mixed Mushroom Soft Stir-Fry | IDDSI Level 5 Recipe
IDDSI Level 5 vegetarian recipe. Shiitake, oyster and enoki mushrooms stir-fried until extremely tender, glazed with vegetarian oyster sauce — fork-mashable, no chewing required.
Steamed Egg with Minced Beef | IDDSI Level 5 Care Food Recipe
A 30-minute IDDSI Level 5 recipe. Silky steamed egg custard with minced beef — high protein, iron-rich for anaemia prevention, a favourite among Hong Kong elderly.
Cantonese Poached White-Cut Chicken (Thinly Sliced) | IDDSI Level 5
A 45-minute IDDSI Level 5 recipe. Cantonese white-cut chicken breast poached low-and-slow, thinly sliced and sauced for dysphagia diets.
Steamed Salmon Fillet (IDDSI Level 5) | IDDSI Level 5 Care Food Recipe
Hong Kong-style steamed salmon with ginger and light soy — naturally flakes to IDDSI Level 5 minced moist texture. Rich in Omega-3, safe and easy to prepare.
Soft Steamed Rice Noodle Roll — Cheung Fun (IDDSI Level 5)
IDDSI Level 5 HK dim sum classic. Silky steamed rice noodle rolls cut small with soft filling and thinned sauce — safe for dysphagia diets.
Soft Rice Noodle Soup with Sliced Chicken | IDDSI Level 5 Recipe
A 30-minute IDDSI Level 5 recipe. Rice noodles cut to 1.5cm with tender sliced chicken in a clear broth — moist, soft, no chewing required.
Sardine and Avocado Mash | IDDSI Level 5 Recipe
IDDSI Level 5 recipe. Sardines blended with avocado into a moist mash, rich in Omega-3 fatty acids and plant fats. Heart and brain health support for dysphagia patients.
Soft Scrambled Eggs with Silken Tofu | IDDSI Level 5 Recipe
A 15-minute IDDSI Level 5 recipe. Scrambled eggs with silken tofu — small soft curds, moist throughout, no chewing required for safe swallowing.
Steamed Chicken with Ginger and Scallion Oil | IDDSI Level 5 Recipe
A 30-minute IDDSI Level 5 recipe. Cantonese steamed boneless chicken with ginger and scallion oil — tender, moist, small pieces for dysphagia diets.
Steamed Cod Fillet with Silken Tofu | IDDSI Level 5 Recipe
A 25-minute IDDSI Level 5 recipe. Cantonese steamed cod and silken tofu — fish flakes naturally soft, tofu smooth; no blending needed for dysphagia safety.
Cantonese Steamed Fish Fillet with Ginger | IDDSI Level 5 Recipe
A 20-minute IDDSI Level 5 recipe. Classic HK steamed fish fillet with ginger and spring onion — naturally flaky, soft and moist for dysphagia diets.
Steamed Minced Pork with Salted Fish | IDDSI Level 5 Recipe
A 25-minute IDDSI Level 5 recipe. Classic Cantonese steamed pork patty with salted fish — tender, moist and naturally fork-pressable for dysphagia diets.
Steamed Siu Mai (Deconstructed Filling) | IDDSI Level 5 Recipe
A 30-minute IDDSI Level 5 recipe. HK siu mai adapted as steamed pork-shrimp patties without the wrapper, served in warm broth — minced and moist.
Cantonese Garlic Spinach, Minced | IDDSI Level 5 Recipe
Cantonese stir-fried spinach with garlic, finely chopped to IDDSI Level 5 — soft, moist and safe for dysphagia diets while preserving full garlic-vegetable flavour.
Taro Cake (Steamed) | IDDSI Level 5 Soft & Moist Recipe
A 45-minute IDDSI Level 5 recipe. HK taro cake adapted with extra moisture and steamed-only method — soft, yielding texture for dysphagia diets.
Braised Tofu with Shiitake Mushrooms | IDDSI Level 5 Recipe
IDDSI Level 5 soft-moist main. Braised firm tofu with rehydrated shiitake mushrooms in savoury sauce — classic Cantonese home cooking adapted for dysphagia.
Wonton Soup (Minced) | IDDSI Level 5 Minced & Moist Recipe
A 35-minute IDDSI Level 5 recipe. HK wonton soup adapted with thin-skin dumplings, finely minced pork-shrimp filling, cut small in warm clear broth.
Steamed Fish with Broccoli Purée | IDDSI Level 5 Care Food Recipe
A 20-minute IDDSI Level 5 recipe. Fish ball with broccoli florets — high protein, low fat, suitable for minced and moist diets.
Steamed Tofu with Minced Pork and Preserved Vegetable (IDDSI Level 5) | IDDSI Level 5 Care Food Recipe
A classic Hong Kong home dish adapted for dysphagia care: silken tofu topped with finely minced pork and preserved snow cabbage, steamed to IDDSI Level 5. High protein, easy to prepare.
Steamed Egg Custard with Shrimp Paste (IDDSI Level 5) | IDDSI Level 5 Care Food Recipe
A 30-minute IDDSI Level 5 recipe. Dim sum-inspired silky steamed egg topped with hand-minced shrimp paste — high protein, soft texture, safe for moderate dysphagia.
Slow-Braised Beef Brisket with Radish | IDDSI Level 6 Recipe
A 120-minute IDDSI Level 6 recipe. Cantonese clear-braised beef brisket with radish, slow-cooked until fork-tender and cut bite-sized for dysphagia diets.
Slow-Braised Pork Belly (Red-Braised) | IDDSI Level 6 Recipe
A 90-minute IDDSI Level 6 recipe. Cantonese red-braised pork belly slow-cooked until fork-tender — soft, bite-sized and sauced for dysphagia diets.
Fermented Tofu Braised Soft Tofu | IDDSI Level 6 Care Food Recipe
A 20-minute IDDSI Level 6 recipe. Silken tofu braised in savory fermented tofu sauce — soft, moist, and flavourful for mild dysphagia.
Braised Fish with Ginger and Spring Onion | IDDSI Level 6 Care Food Recipe
A 30-minute IDDSI Level 6 recipe. Fish braised until tender with ginger and spring onion — a Hong Kong classic adapted for dysphagia care, easily separated with a fork.
Slow-Cooked Lamb and Carrot Stew | IDDSI Level 6 Recipe
A 120-minute IDDSI Level 6 recipe. Cantonese braised lamb with carrot, slow-cooked in a rich fermented sauce until fork-tender and cut bite-sized for dysphagia.
Fermented Tofu Pork Balls | IDDSI Level 6 Care Food Recipe
A 35-minute IDDSI Level 6 recipe. Tender braised pork and tofu balls — bite-sized, flavourful, suitable for mild dysphagia.
Soft Sticky Rice with Shiitake | IDDSI Level 6 Recipe
Cantonese soft rice cooked with shiitake mushrooms at a high water ratio — IDDSI Level 6 compliant, tongue-pressable, savoury and fragrant for mild dysphagia.
Soft Scrambled Egg on Soft Toast (IDDSI Level 6)
IDDSI Level 6 HK breakfast. French-style low-heat scrambled eggs on crustless soft white bread — tender, moist, easy to chew for dysphagia diets.