How to Make Pork Vegetable Soup (Hearty & Healthy Recipe)

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If you think about one pot recipe which is perfect for cozy nights, family dinner and when you want something to be both nutritious and stomach filling, then the best bowl is pork vegetable soup. It is very easy to make and you can add vegetables whatever available. In this article I will give you a step by step guidance on How to Make Pork Vegetable Soup (Hearty & Healthy Recipe) with blend of vegetables at home.

Ingredients Needed 

First we will have a look on what are all the basic ingredients we needed to make this pork soup recipe.

  1. Chunks of pork ribs (mix of meat and bone) about 500g
  2. One chopped onion
  3. Two minced garlic cloves
  4. Two sliced carrots
  5. Two cubed potatoes
  6. One cup of green beans
  7. Two chopped celery stalks
  8. Six cups of water
  9. Two table spoons of oil
  10. Salt to taste (depends on individual)
  11. A pinch of black pepper
  12. To garnish fresh herbs (anything available)
  13. We can add corn, ginger for extra flavor

Step by step instructions for preparation

  1. First we need to prepare the pork by trimming the excess fat and cut the pork into desired chunks. Incase if you are using pork ribs, leave them as it is as they are for a richer broth.
  2. To have the flavor of pork we need to sear it. For that you need to heat the oil in a large vessel or pot under a medium heat. Add the chunks of pork, and sear it until golden brown color appears on all the sides.
  3. The next step is to add aromatics using onion, mince garlic cloves. Saute it for 2-3 minutes until your nose feels the fragrance
  4. Now we have to build the soap base by pouring water or broth. Boil it under high heat for about 10 minutes. After that reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 30 to 40 minutes or until the pork becomes tender.
  5. Next we have to add all the vegetable which are available. In this step we need to remember that first we have to add the veggies which took long time to boil. For example carrots and potatoes usually take longer time to cook. After that add celery , cabbage, green beans and simmer it until all veggies become tender.
  6. The last step is seasoning. Add Salt, pepper and optional seasonings. Taste it and adjust the things which you needed.
  7. Now our soup is ready. We need to Garnish it with fresh herbs before serving.

Cooking Tips

  1. To have richer flavor, it is recommended to use bone in pork.
  2. To make the soup melt in mouth, cook it low and slow
  3. For extra nutrition we need to add leafy greens like spinach or kale at the end
  4. For better taste, preserve the soup for a day.

Serving suggestions

  1. This soup can be served hot with noodles, crusty bread or even rice
  2. To get an Asian twist (Asian Pork soup), add soya sauce

Nutrition Benefits

This vegetable pork soup recipe is not only delicious but also have wide range of nutrition benefits.

  1. Our main ingredient pork provides us protein and essential minerals.
  2. The vegetables which we used in this soup will add fiber, vitamins and antioxidants to our body.
  3. The liquid portion in the soup helps us to keep hydrated and helps in digestion.

FAQs

  1. Can I freeze the pork vegetable soup?

It is recommended to preserve the soup for 1 day before serving. However if you want for a longer                   period you can add the pork vegetable soup in a freezer safe containers and can store it for 1 month

  1. What are the best vegetables in pork soup?

Mostly root vegetables like carrots, potatoes gives a great taste. We can also add corn , peas and leafy              greens for additional flavors

Try this pork vegetable soup which is very simple, healthy and tummy satisfying and enjoy a hearty meal.

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