Pork rib soup

Ingredients

• 750 g pork soft bones, cut into 4 cm chunks
• 1 tsp whole black peppercorns
• 1 tsp whole white peppercorns
• 1 medium daikon, cut into 4 cm chunks
• 25 g goji berries
• 6 large red dates
• 1 tsp MSG
• 1 tbsp pork bouillon powder
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 tsp salt

Instructions

1. In a large stockpot, bring about 3 litres of water (or enough to generously cover the pork bones) to the boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, add the pork bones and blanch them for 3-4 minutes to remove any impurities. Drain the pork bones and rinse them under cold water to clean them thoroughly.
2. Refill the pan with 2½ litres water and bring to the boil. Once boiling, return the pork bones to the water and add the peppercorns, daikon, goji berries and red dates. Reduce the heat to a low simmer, cover and allow the soup to cook for 2-3 hours.
3. Once the soup has finished simmering, season the broth with the remaining ingredients. Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning to your personal preference. Serve the soup hot.

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