Hearty Pork Bone Soup

Warm your soul with this Hearty Pork Bone Soup, an aromatic and nutrient-rich broth that's perfect for chilly days. Slowly simmered for hours, this comforting soup extracts every ounce of flavor from tender pork bones, enhanced by the natural sweetness of carrots, daikon radish, and onions. Infused with the earthy notes of fresh ginger and garlic, and delicately seasoned with soy sauce and sesame oil, this traditional recipe boasts a rich, clear broth that's as wholesome as it is flavorful. Garnished with vibrant green onions and a hint of black pepper, this soup is a satisfying meal in itself. Easy to prepare with minimal ingredients, this recipe is a go-to for those craving a deeply savory and nourishing dish. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, it’s a must-try for fans of slow-cooked comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:200 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds pork bones
• 12 cups water
• 1 large onion
• 4 pieces garlic cloves
• 1 inch piece fresh ginger
• 2 large carrot
• 1 small daikon radish
• 4 stalks green onions
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the pork bones under cold water to remove impurities. Place them in a large pot and cover with enough water to boil.

Step 2

Bring the pot to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, let it boil for 5 minutes. This helps to remove more impurities from the bones.

Step 3

Drain the bones and rinse them again. Clean the pot, then return the bones to the pot.

Step 4

Add 12 cups of water to the pot with the bones.

Step 5

Peel and quarter the onion, slice the garlic cloves in half, and peel the ginger. Add these to the pot.

Step 6

Peel and slice the carrots and daikon radish into large chunks. Add them to the pot.

Step 7

Bring the pot to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low. Simmer uncovered for 2.5 to 3 hours. Skim off any foam that forms on the surface of the soup.

Step 8

After the soup has simmered, strain the broth through a fine sieve to remove the solids, returning the clear broth back to the pot. You may choose to keep the carrot and daikon pieces if desired.

Step 9

Add salt, black pepper, soy sauce, and sesame oil to the broth. Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary.

Step 10

Slice the green onions thinly and add them to the soup for garnish.

Step 11

Serve hot, and enjoy the comforting warmth of the pork bone soup.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	4353.3 grams (4353.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2310

Total Fat 157.70g	202%
Saturated Fat 52.60g	263%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.50g
Cholesterol 637mg	212%
Sodium 6824mg	297%
Total Carbohydrate 47.70g	17%
Dietary Fiber 11.00g	39%
Total Sugars 17.60g
Protein 177.30g	355%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 541mg	42%
Iron 14mg	78%
Potassium 3687mg	78%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.2%

Protein: 30.6%

Carbs: 8.2%