Fig, Snow Pear, Apricot Kernel Lean Pork Soup 無花果雪梨南北杏瘦肉湯

A nourishing Cantonese soup known for its hydrating and throat-soothing properties, perfect for dry weather. It combines the sweetness of figs and snow pears with the medicinal benefits of apricot kernels and lean pork.

Nutrition (per serving)

Ingredients

• 500g lean pork
• 2 large snow pears
• 6 dried figs
• 20g southern apricot kernels
• 10g northern apricot kernels
• 2 candied dates
• 3 liters water
• Salt to taste

Steps

1. Rinse the lean pork and blanch it in boiling water for a few minutes to remove impurities. Drain and set aside.
2. Wash dried figs, southern apricot kernels, northern apricot kernels, and candied dates. Peel and core the snow pears, then cut them into large chunks.
3. Place the blanched lean pork, snow pears, dried figs, southern apricot kernels, northern apricot kernels, and candied dates into a large soup pot. Add water.
4. Bring the pot to a rolling boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 2 hours.
5. Season with salt to taste before serving.

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