Winter Melon and Pork Ribs Soup
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Winter Melon and Pork Ribs Soup

timer 34 MIN
signal_cellular_alt Medium
person 4 servings
Recipe
Winter Melon and Pork Ribs Soup

About This Recipe

This comforting Winter Melon and Pork Rib Soup is a nourishing and flavorful dish that’s perfect for any season. Tender pork ribs are blanched to remove impurities, then simmered with aromatic scallions, ginger, and Sichuan peppercorns for a rich, savory broth. The winter melon adds a delicate sweetness and absorbs the deep umami flavors, creating a light yet satisfying soup. A touch of sesame oil at the end enhances the aroma, while chicken essence adds a subtle depth. Simple yet packed with layers of taste, this soup is both soothing and revitalizing—ideal for family dinners or a wholesome meal. The slow simmering ensures the pork is fall-off-the-bone tender, while the winter melon stays perfectly tender-crisp. Try this classic Chinese-inspired soup for a taste of home-cooked warmth!

Instructions

Detailed preparation guide

servings 4
Total Time 34m

shopping_basket Ingredients

Main Ingredients
  • pork bones 300g
  • winter melon 600g
The aromatics
  • scallion 30g (2 stalks)
  • ginger 15g (1-inch piece)
The sauce & seasonings
  • Sichuan peppercorns 1 tsp
  • spices 1 tsp
  • chicken essence 1 tsp
  • sesame oil 1 tsp

menu_book Directions

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Step 1
Step 1
Wash the pork bones clean, put water in a pot and bring to a boil, then blanch the pork ribs to remove blood and impurities, skim off the foam and set the ribs aside.
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Step 2
Step 2
Peel and deseed the winter melon, wash clean, and cut into pieces.
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Step 3
Step 3
In another pot, add spices, scallion segments, ginger slices, and Sichuan peppercorns, bring to a boil, then put the cooked pork ribs back into the pot, bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat and simmer for half an hour.
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Step 4
Step 4
Then add the winter melon pieces, add an appropriate amount of salt, cook for 15 minutes, add chicken essence and scallion segments, drizzle with a few drops of sesame oil and it’s ready to be served.

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