Thai
Thai - Soups
Lotus Root Soup
Chef's Menu Description
A wholesome, deeply comforting soup crafted from slow-simmered stock, aromatic garden vegetables, and fresh herbs, served with crusty bread.
Ingredients
- • 500g pork spare ribs, cut into pieces
- • 300g lotus root, peeled and sliced 1/4-inch thick
- • 6 cups chicken stock
- • 2 slices ginger
- • 1 small carrot, sliced
- • 2 tbsp fish sauce
- • 1 tsp white pepper
- • 2 tbsp dried goji berries
- • Fresh coriander for garnish
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Blanch the pork ribs in boiling water for 3 minutes, then drain.
2
Phase 2
Return the ribs to the pot with the stock and ginger; bring to a boil, then simmer for 30 minutes.
3
Phase 3
Add the lotus root and carrot; simmer for another 20 minutes until tender.
4
Phase 4
Add the fish sauce, white pepper, and goji berries; simmer for 5 minutes.
5
Phase 5
Skim the fat, ladle into bowls, and garnish with coriander.