Pork and Vegetable Soup

This Pork and Vegetable Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish, perfect for a cozy dinner. Infused with aromatic spices and fresh vegetables, it brings a delightful balance of taste and nutrition.

Ingredients

• Pork shoulder - 200 grams, diced
• Carrots - 1 medium, sliced
• Chinese cabbage - 100 grams, chopped
• Bell pepper - 1 small, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 inch, minced
• Spring onions - 2, chopped
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Chicken broth - 500 milliliters
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Water - 0.5 liters

Steps

1. In a large pot, heat the sesame oil over medium heat.
2. Add the minced garlic and ginger, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add the diced pork shoulder to the pot, season with salt and black pepper, and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Stir in the sliced carrots and diced bell pepper, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes.
5. Pour in the chicken broth and 0.5 liters of water, then add the soy sauce.
6. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes.
7. Add the chopped Chinese cabbage and spring onions, and cook for another 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
8. Adjust seasoning with more salt or soy sauce if necessary, and serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from pork, supporting muscle health.
• Packed with vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.

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