🍲 Pork Rib Soup with Corn and Mushrooms 🍄 A nourishing soup to bring families together, one bowl at a time! 🍽️ Ingredients 🍽️ - 2-3 tomatoes, quartered 🍅 - 6-8 dried shiitake mushrooms, rehydrated 🍄 - 500g pork ribs, cut into pieces 🍖 - Salt and pepper to taste 🧂 - 1 ear of corn, cut into segments 🌽 - 2 slices ginger 🫚 - Spring onions for garnish 🧅 🧑‍🍳 Directions 🧑‍🍳 1. Bring a pot of water to a boil and add the pork ribs along with the ginger slices. Let it boil for 3-5 minutes to eliminate impurities. Drain the ribs and rinse them under running water. 2. In a large pot, heat a splash of oil over medium heat. Sauté the ginger slices until fragrant to release their aroma. 3. Add the blanched pork ribs, shiitake mushrooms, corn segments, and quartered tomatoes to the pot. 4. Pour enough water into the pot to completely submerge the ingredients. Bring it to a rolling boil, then reduce the heat to a gentle simmer. Cover the pot and let the soup cook for about 45 minutes or until the pork ribs become tender. 5. Once cooked, season the soup with salt and pepper to your preference. 6. Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with freshly chopped spring onions, and serve hot for a comforting meal! 🍎 Nutritional Information 🍎 Per serving: Calories: ~250 kcal 🧮 Protein: ~25g 💪 Fat: ~9g 🥓 Carbohydrates: ~15g 🍞 Fiber: ~3g 🥦 This dish is rich in protein from the pork ribs and includes vital nutrients from shiitake mushrooms and corn. 💡 Tips and Tricks 💡 - If you prefer a richer flavor, simmer the soup for an additional 15 minutes to deepen its taste. - Want extra sweetness? Add a few chunks of carrot to complement the corn. - To save time, rehydrate the shiitake mushrooms in hot water while prepping other ingredients. - Make this a heartier meal by serving with steamed rice on the side. ⏳ Preparation time 🍰 Preparation time: 15 minutes | Cooking time: 45 minutes | Servings: 4