Delicious and Nutritious Minced Pork and Zucchini Soup Recipe

Minced pork and zucchini soup is a familiar dish in Vietnamese family meals. With its refreshing flavor and high nutritional value, this soup not only helps to cool down but also provides essential nutrients for the body. Let’s explore how to prepare this simple yet appealing dish!

Origin and Significance of Minced Pork and Zucchini Soup

Zucchini (also known as winter melon) has long been recognized as a healthy, easy-to-grow, and nutrient-rich food. The minced pork and zucchini soup originated from the need to prepare simple meals that still provided adequate nutrition for Vietnamese farmers. In today’s modern life, this soup continues to be loved for its harmonious combination of easily accessible ingredients and quick cooking method.

Minced Pork and Zucchini Soup

Over time, the recipe for this soup has been enhanced with the use of a variety of seasonings such as seasoning powder, pepper, fish sauce, etc., to enhance its rich flavor. However, the dish still retains its characteristic simplicity and subtlety of Vietnamese cuisine.

Ingredients Needed

To cook minced pork and zucchini soup, you will need the following ingredients:

• Zucchini: 1 fruit (about 500g)
• Minced pork: 200g
• Green onions: 2-3 stalks
• Shallot: 1 bulb
• Seasonings: salt, pepper, fish sauce, seasoning powder, monosodium glutamate

Steps to Follow

Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients

• Zucchini: Peel, wash, cut in half, remove the seeds, and then cut into bite-sized squares.
• Green onions: Wash and chop finely.
• Shallot: Peel and mince finely.

Step 2: Marinate the Minced Pork

• Place the minced pork in a bowl, add a little salt, pepper, fish sauce, and seasoning powder. Mix well and let it marinate for about 15 minutes to allow the meat to absorb the flavors.

Step 3: Sauté the Minced Pork

• Place a pot on the stove, add a little cooking oil. When the oil is hot, add the minced shallot and sauté until fragrant.
• Next, add the marinated minced pork and sauté briefly until the meat is firm.

Step 4: Cook the Soup

• Add water to the pot with the minced pork and bring to a boil.
• When the water boils, lower the heat, skim off any foam to keep the soup clear.
• Add the zucchini to the pot and continue cooking for about 5-7 minutes until the zucchini is soft.

Step 5: Season and Finish

• Adjust the seasoning to taste, add the chopped green onions to the soup.
• Turn off the heat and sprinkle a little pepper on top to enhance the flavor.

Sautéing the minced pork before cooking the soup helps to make the dish more flavorful.

Conclusion

The recipe for minced pork and zucchini soup is truly simple and easy to make at home. This dish not only provides a refreshing sensation but is also very nutritious, suitable for all family members. Try applying the above recipe to create a delicious and satisfying soup for your family meal!

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References:

• International Food Website
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