Palace Garden Lotus Root Soup (宫廷花园莲藕汤)

宫廷花园莲藕汤 (Palace Garden Lotus Root Soup) is a traditional Chinese Imperial Cuisine dish that is both nutritious and delicious. This soup is known for its delicate flavors and beautiful presentation, making it a perfect addition to any special occasion or formal meal.

Palace Garden Lotus Root Soup (宫廷花园莲藕汤)

Ingredients

  • 500g lotus root, peeled and sliced
  • 100g lean pork, sliced
  • 4-5 dried red dates
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp white pepper

Instructions

  1. Place the lotus root, lean pork, and dried red dates in a pot.
  2. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour.
  4. Season with salt and white pepper before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
5g
Fat
3g

Supplies

Pot Ladle

Tools

Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serve the Palace Garden Lotus Root Soup hot as an appetizer or as part of a multi-course meal.

Tips & tricks

For a richer flavor, you can also add a few slices of ginger to the soup while simmering.

Cost

$10