Fish Maw Soup

Fish Maw Soup is a nourishing Chinese delicacy that combines the rich flavors of fish maw with a light, aromatic broth. This healthy dish is often enjoyed for its restorative properties and is perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

• Fish maw - 50 grams
• Chicken broth - 500 ml
• Dried scallops - 20 grams
• Mushrooms (shiitake) - 30 grams, sliced
• Ginger - 5 grams, sliced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Spring onions - 2 stalks, chopped
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• White pepper - to taste
• Cilantro - for garnish

Steps

1. Soak the fish maw and dried scallops in warm water for about 20 minutes until softened.
2. In a pot, bring the chicken broth to a boil and add the sliced ginger and minced garlic.
3. Add the soaked fish maw, scallops, and shiitake mushrooms to the pot, and let it simmer for 20 minutes.
4. Stir in the soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and white pepper to the broth, adjusting seasoning to taste.
5. Once the ingredients are tender, remove from heat and garnish with chopped spring onions and cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 50 mg
• Total Fat: 6 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein, aiding muscle repair and growth.
• Contains collagen from fish maw, promoting skin health and joint function.

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