yam bone soup recipe

How to Make Hearty Pork and Yam Soup

Pork and yam soup is a nourishing and comforting dish, perfect for family meals. Here’s a simple guide to making it:

Ingredients: 500g pork bones (or pork ribs), 300g Chinese yam (peeled and cut into chunks), 1 carrot (sliced), 3 ginger slices, 1 scallion (tied), salt, and a pinch of white pepper.

Steps:

1. Prepare the bones: Blanch pork bones in boiling water for 3 minutes, then rinse under cold water to remove impurities.

2. Simmer the broth: Place bones, ginger, and scallion in a pot, add 2 liters of water, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 1.5 hours until the broth is rich.

3. Add vegetables: Toss in yam chunks and carrots, cook for 20–30 minutes until yam is tender but not mushy.

4. Season: Add salt and white pepper to taste. Discard the scallion before serving.

Tips: For extra flavor, soak dried shiitake mushrooms or add corn during simmering. Chinese yam thickens the broth naturally, making it creamy and nutritious. Serve hot with steamed rice for a wholesome meal.

This soup is packed with collagen from bones and vitamins from yam, making it ideal for all seasons. Enjoy its warm, savory goodness!