Opo Squash and Pork Comfort Soup
Opo Squash and Pork Comfort Soup blends tender cubes of opo squash with gently seasoned ground pork in a clear, aromatic broth. The result is light yet satisfying, with subtle sweetness from the squash and savory depth from chicken stock and bouillon. Serve it as a warming lunch or a simple weeknight dinner, especially when you want something soothing and uncomplicated.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves2
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Opo Squash and Pork Comfort Soup, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 34 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 10 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 100 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 23
- Heart Health
- 29
- Metabolic
- 38
- Digestive
- 23
- Inflammatory
- 49
- Performance
- 44
- General Wellness
- 1
Heat oil in a wok or heavy pot over medium heat; cook and stir the pork gently, breaking up the meat as it cooks, until browned and crumbly, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic; cook and stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the squash and salt; cover the wok and cook over high heat, stirring 2 to 3 times, for 2 to 3 minutes.
- 2
Stir the chicken broth, water, and chicken bouillon into the squash mixture and bring to a boil; reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the squash is tender and transparent in the soup, 18 to 20 minutes.
- 3
Take the wok off the heat and let the soup cool slightly. Skim the surface to remove the accumulated fat. Stir the parsley into the soup, bring the soup back to a boil, then remove from the heat.
- Calories 615.67 kcal High 31%
- Protein 36.43 g Good Source 73%
- Carbohydrate 40.74 g 15%
- Total Fat 33.13 g High 42%
- Saturated Fat 10.79 g High 54%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 114.23 mg High 38%
- Sodium 6845.01 mg High 298%
- Dietary Fiber 5.2 g Moderate 19%
- Total Sugars 27.29 g --
- Added Sugars 10.03 g High 20%
- Calcium 77.17 mg Low Source 6%
- Iron 2.92 mg Moderate 16%
- Potassium 1720.87 mg Good Source 37%
- Vitamin A 54.19 mcg Low Source 6%
- Vitamin C 25.38 mg Good Source 28%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Opo Squash and Pork Comfort Soup is a Chinese dinner recipe made with 9 ingredients. It takes about 45 mins, serves 2, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Chicken Bouillon, Chicken Broth, Cooking Oil, and Fresh Parsley. Each serving provides about 615.67 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Opo Squash and Pork Comfort Soup?
- It is a Chinese soup recipe made with 9 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or soup.
- What is Opo Squash and Pork Comfort Soup made of?
- The main ingredients are Chicken Bouillon, Chicken Broth, Cooking Oil, Fresh Parsley, Ground Pork. The full list of 9 is above.
- What goes well with Opo Squash and Pork Comfort Soup?
- Explore these Chinese side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Opo Squash and Pork Comfort Soup?
- About 45 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 615.67 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Opo Squash and Pork Comfort Soup easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 9 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Opo Squash and Pork Comfort Soup healthy?
- Opo Squash and Pork Comfort Soup has an easyChef Pro health score of 44/100. Per serving, it provides 615.67 calories and 36.43 g of protein, or 73% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of potassium and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 6845.01 mg (298% of the Daily Value), saturated fat at 10.79 g (54% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 10.03 g (20% of the Daily Value). It contains Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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