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.
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
- Place the lotus root, lean pork, and dried red dates in a pot.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour.
- 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