Pork Rib and Winter Melon Soup
As deep autumn settles over Northeast China, it’s the perfect time to prepare warming, dryness-fighting soups. For a dish that satisfies meat cravings while staying light, a comforting bowl of pork rib and winter melon soup is the ideal choice.
Ingredients
pork ribs
appropriate amount
winter melon
appropriate amount
carrot
half
Instructions
1
Step 1
Peel and deseed the winter melon and cut it into chunks, the same as the carrot.
2
Step 2
Place the winter melon, carrot, and the pork ribs that are already about 80% cooked into the pot. Add water until it covers the ingredients, add sliced scallion, ginger, and garlic, bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low heat and simmer slowly. Cook until the winter melon is tender but still holds its shape. Add salt to taste just before finishing.
3
Step 3
Drizzle a few drops of sesame oil when serving. The flavor is fresh and aromatic.
