Chilled Mung Bean Summer Soup
The classic Asian summer cooler: tender mung beans simmered until just split, lightly sweetened and served over ice. Hydrating, beany and refreshing.
Soups & Broths
Four Treasures Spare-Rib Soup (Si Shen Tang)
Four Treasures Spare-Rib Soup (Si Shen Tang)
Taiwan’s beloved gentle tonic soup: lotus seed, Chinese yam, poria and Job’s tears simmered with tender spare ribs — mild, creamy and family friendly.
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재료
- pork spare ribs, blanched
- dried lotus seeds
- dried Chinese yam slices
- poria cubes
- Job's tears (adlay)
- fresh ginger
- water
💡 주방 팁
For a vegetarian version, swap ribs for corn chunks, carrot and dried shiitake.
만드는 법
- 1
Rinse the lotus seeds, yam, poria and Job’s tears, then soak the grains for 30 minutes.
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Blanch the spare ribs in boiling water for 3 minutes, rinse and drain.
- 3
Combine everything with ginger and cold water in a large pot and bring to a simmer.
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Skim gently, cover, and cook on low heat for 60–75 minutes until the grains are tender.
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Season with a pinch of salt and serve warm.