Chayote, corn and carrot soup with pork ribs

Ingredientsone pot, serves 4

Method

1. Peel and core the chayote and cut it into pieces; cut the corn and carrot into lengths.
2. Soak the dried scallops until soft; rinse the euryale seeds.
3. Blanch the pork ribs (汆水, a quick boil that draws out the blood and scum) and set aside.
4. Put everything in the pot, add 2.5 litres of water and bring to the boil over high heat.
5. Turn the heat to low and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, then season with salt.

Who it suits

• suitable for young and old
• everyday household soup

Who should take care

• People with gout should drink only a little (purines from the dried scallops and the long-boiled meat soup)

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Lo Fo Tong is cultural food-heritage reference, not medical advice. If you are pregnant, unwell or on medication, talk to your doctor or registered practitioner before changing what is in the pot.