Lean Pork and Winter Melon Soup
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Lean Pork and Winter Melon Soup

timer 15 MIN
signal_cellular_alt Medium
person 4 servings
Recipe
Lean Pork and Winter Melon Soup

About This Recipe

This Winter Melon and Ham Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines tender winter melon, savory ham, and crisp green beans in a light yet rich broth. The recipe starts with stir-frying fragrant ginger and diced ham to build a deep umami base, then simmering winter melon until soft and infused with the ham’s smoky essence. Blanched green beans add a fresh, vibrant crunch, while a touch of white pepper enhances the warmth of the soup. Perfect for any season, this dish balances simplicity and depth, making it a nourishing favorite. The natural sweetness of winter melon pairs beautifully with the saltiness of ham, creating a delicious harmony in every spoonful. Quick to prepare yet full of layered flavors, this soup is a must-try for anyone who loves wholesome, home-cooked meals.

Instructions

Detailed preparation guide

servings 4
Total Time 15m

shopping_basket Ingredients

Main Ingredients
  • Winter melon 500g
  • Ham 150g
The aromatics
  • Green beans 200g
The sauce & seasonings
  • Ginger 30g (sliced)
  • Salt 1/3 tbsp
  • Chicken essence 1/2 tbsp
  • White pepper powder 1/5 tbsp

menu_book Directions

1
Step 1
Peel and deseed the winter melon, wash and cut into block-shaped pieces; peel the ginger and cut into slices.
2
Step 2
Cut the ham into diced pieces; wash the green beans, blanch in boiling salted water for 30 seconds, then remove and rinse with cold water.
3
Step 3
Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a pot, stir-fry the ginger slices until fragrant, add the diced ham and stir-fry until fragrant, then add the winter melon pieces and 2 bowls of clear water, cover and bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
4
Step 4
Add the green beans to the pot and stir-fry with the other ingredients, then continue to cook for 5 minutes until the soup thickens.
5
Step 5
Add 1/3 tablespoon of salt, 1/2 tablespoon of chicken essence, and 1/5 tablespoon of white pepper powder, then serve.

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