dried vegetable pork bone soup

How to Make Dried Vegetable and Pork Bone Soup: A Complete Guide

Dried vegetable and pork bone soup is a nourishing and comforting dish, loved for its rich flavor and health benefits. Here’s a simple yet delicious recipe to make it at home.

Ingredients:

500g pork bones (preferably marrow bones), 200g dried mustard greens (soaked and rinsed), 1 carrot (cut into chunks), 3-4 dried shiitake mushrooms (rehydrated), 1 ginger slice, 6-7 garlic cloves, salt to taste.

Steps:

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

2. Soak dried vegetables: Rehydrate dried mustard greens in warm water for 20 minutes until soft, then squeeze out excess water and cut into sections.

3. Sauté aromatics: Heat a pot with 1 tbsp oil. Stir-fry ginger, garlic, and mushrooms until fragrant.

4. Simmer the soup: Add blanched bones, dried vegetables, and carrot to the pot. Pour in 2 liters of water, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 2-2.5 hours until the bones are tender.

5. Season and serve: Adjust salt to taste. Serve hot for a hearty meal.

Tips: For extra richness, add a splash of rice wine while simmering. This soup is best enjoyed fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 3 days. Enjoy its warm, umami-packed goodness!