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
- 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
- Protein 36.43 g Good Source
- Carbs 40.74 g Moderate
- Total Fat 33.13 g High
- Saturated Fat 10.79 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 114.23 mg High
- Sodium 2876.07 mg High
- Fiber 5.2 g Moderate
- Sugar 27.29 g High
- Added Sugar 10.03 g High
- Calcium 77.17 mg Low Source
- Iron 2.92 mg Moderate
- Potassium 2769.84 mg Good Source
- Vitamin A 54.19 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 25.38 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.13 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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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.
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