Best 3 Pork And Watercress Soup Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our delectable Pork and Watercress Soup, a culinary masterpiece that harmonizes the richness of pork with the peppery zest of watercress. This nourishing soup, steeped in tradition, is a testament to the culinary artistry of home cooking. Prepared with tender pork, aromatic vegetables, and a vibrant broth infused with the essence of watercress, this dish promises a comforting and restorative experience. Accompanying this main course are two equally enticing recipes: a refreshing Cucumber Salad, offering a crisp and cooling contrast to the soup's warmth, and a sinfully rich Chocolate Mousse, providing a sweet and decadent finale to your culinary journey.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

CHINESE WATERCRESS AND PORK-BALL SOUP (A MAIN-COURSE SOUP)



Chinese Watercress And Pork-Ball Soup (A Main-Course Soup) image

Provided by Craig Claiborne

Categories     dinner, soups and stews, main course

Time 1h20m

Yield Two or more servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ounce cellophane noodles
1/4 pound ground lean pork
1/2 teaspoon very finely chopped fresh ginger (or an equal amount of powdered dry ginger)
1/4 teaspoon sugar
2 teaspoons cornstarch
Salt to taste, if desired
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, preferably white
2 teaspoons dry Sherry
1 tablespoon well-beaten egg (beat one egg and measure out the proper amount)
3 cups chicken broth
1 bunch watercress

Steps:

  • Put the noodles in a mixing bowl and add warm water to cover. Let stand at least 30 minutes.
  • Put the pork in another bowl and add the ginger, sugar, cornstarch, salt, pepper, Sherry and egg. Blend well.
  • Lightly oil a plate that will fit in the top rack of a steamer. Shape the pork mixture into 16 to 18 round balls. Arrange them on the plate in the steamer and cover closely. Place the rack over boiling water and steam 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring the broth to the boil.
  • In a separate saucepan, bring enough water to the boil to cover the watercress when added. Cut off the tough stems of the watercress and discard. Add the watercress tops. Turn off the heat and let stand two minutes. Drain and chill in a basin of cold water. Drain and set aside.
  • Drain the noodles and cut them approximately in half with scissors. Put them in a saucepan and add cold water to cover. Bring to the boil and let simmer 10 minutes. Place the noodles and watercress in the bottom of a soup tureen.
  • Put the meat balls and broth in the tureen. Sprinkle with a little more freshly ground pepper, preferably white, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 288, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 30 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 23 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 1141 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CHINESE PORK AND WATERCRESS SOUP



Chinese Pork and Watercress Soup image

Make and share this Chinese Pork and Watercress Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by dicentra

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

cooking spray
2 1/2 ounces pork loin, cut in thin strips
1 garlic clove, halved
1/4 inch slice gingerroot
5 cups chicken stock, divided
4 scallions, cut in 1 inch lengths
1 tablespoon dry sherry
1 teaspoon soy sauce
2/3 cup cooked rice
1 1/2 cups watercress leaves

Steps:

  • Cook pork, garlic and ginger.
  • Add chicken stock, scallions, sherry, soy sauce and rice. Heat to boiling. Simmer for 2 minutes.
  • Stir in watercress. Discard ginger.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 131.5, Fat 4.1, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 13.1, Sodium 352.1, Carbohydrate 14.1, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 3.5, Protein 8.4

PORK AND WATERCRESS SOUP



Pork and Watercress Soup image

I make this soup when I make a meal of egg foo young, lup chong(chinese sausage and rice. I make it with watercress as that is my husbands favorite but if not in the store then I use bok choy which is MY favorite veggie for the soup. You can make a big pot of this soup or small.. I make a smaller pot since its just the two of...

Provided by Shirley Makekau

Categories     Other Soups

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 qt water more or less
1 thumb size fresh ginger smashed
3 to 4 chicken bouillon cubes
sea salt to taste
pork cutlet cut in small pieces
1 bunch watercress or bok choy cabbage
1 medium egg, well stirred up
shoyu sauce to taste
black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Put water in a pot and add the fresh smashed ginger and chicken bouillon. Cut the pork cutlet into small portions and add to the pot and then add salt. Let this boil to cook the pork . Remove the scum from the pork off the top until there is a clear broth.
  • 2. Wash the watercress or bok choy cabbage well and then slice which ever one you decide to use for the soup. Taste the broth to see if it needs more seasoning ( bouillon or salt). If the seasoning is ok then add the veggie of choice and cook in the broth for around 5 minutes ,, more or less. Add egg into the soup and cook a little while till egg is cooked. ( you can omit the egg if you like but we like it in the soup)
  • 3. when ready to serve laddle soup in a bowl and add the shoyu sauce and black pepper to taste.

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cut pork and watercress. You can also use frozen or canned watercress, if fresh is unavailable.
  • If you don't have chicken broth, you can use vegetable broth instead.
  • Add a splash of white wine or rice wine to the soup for extra flavor.
  • If you like your soup spicy, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a chopped chili pepper.
  • Serve the soup with a side of crusty bread or rice.

Conclusion:

Pork and watercress soup is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that's perfect for a quick and healthy meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover pork. The soup is packed with flavor from the pork, watercress, and vegetables. It's also a good source of protein and vitamins. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy soup recipe, give this pork and watercress soup a try. You won't be disappointed!

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