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Medicinal Bao Ngư soup, a revered remedy passed down through generations, can be prepared in numerous ways. Not only is it known for its exquisite taste, but also for its ability to nourish the health of the ill.
Cooking Medicinal Bao Ngư Soup for Health Benefits
Medicinal Bao Ngư soup is considered a delicious dish that preserves the most nutrients of Bao Ngư when cooked. When you simmer Bao Ngư with medicinal herbs, the nutrients in Bao Ngư absorb the flavors, blend with the spices, and infuse into the aromatic broth, creating an incredibly appealing and nourishing dish for consumers, aiding in the quick recovery of patients, and maintaining youthfulness for women.
Ingredients for Crafting Medicinal Bao Ngư Soup
- Korean or frozen Bao Ngư, 1kg
- Quality chicken, approximately 2kg
- 1 Package of Chinese herbs including wolfberry, red dates, white fruit, ...
Shiitake mushrooms 250g
Dried shallots 2 bulbs, garlic 1 bulb
Seasonings: cooking oil, sugar, salt, seasoning powder, MSG ...
Ingredients for Crafting Medicinal Bao Ngư Soup
Crafting Medicinal Bao Ngư Soup
Step 1: Preparing Ingredients for Crafting Medicinal Bao Ngư Soup
- Fresh Bao Ngư, thoroughly clean by brushing off any moss on the shell, remove the shell, extract the meat, use salt and lime to scrub the Bao Ngư meat to remove any fishy smell, and let it drain. If using frozen Bao Ngư, thaw for 1-2 hours, then clean, remove the shell, extract the meat, and rinse thoroughly.
- Clean the chicken, remove innards for making soup or stir-frying vegetables. Remove the chicken skin, cut the chicken into 4 equal parts, and let it drain.
Chinese herbs should be soaked in warm water for 20 - 30 minutes to allow the ingredients to expand evenly and become softer. Then, remove and rinse them thoroughly.
Shiitake mushrooms should be cleaned and soaked in warm water for 15 minutes, then removed and rinsed thoroughly to drain.
Purple onions and garlic should be cleaned and peeled, then finely minced.
Preparing Ingredients for Crafting Medicinal Bao Ngư Soup
Step 2: Brewing Herbal Broth
- Place a pot on the stove, add about 1.5 liters of filtered water and the chicken, simmer for about 45 minutes, then add the Shiitake mushrooms and continue simmering for 15 minutes.
- Add the Chinese herbs to cook together with the chicken broth for 10 minutes. Once the broth boils evenly and the herbal aroma arises, season with 1 tablespoon of salt, 1 tablespoon of MSG, 1 tablespoon of sugar, stir well to dissolve the seasonings, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for another 10 minutes.
Brewing Herbal Broth
Step 3: Sautéing and Simmering Bao Ngư with Chinese Herbs
- Heat a pan, add 2 tablespoons of cooking oil, heat until boiling, then add dried shallots, minced garlic, stir-fry until fragrant. Add the Bao Ngư and stir-fry until firm. Transfer all the Bao Ngư into the pot of broth from step 2, season to taste, bring to a boil, simmer for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse into the Bao Ngư meat, then turn off the heat.
Sautéing and Simmering Bao Ngư with Chinese Herbs
Finished dish: Fragrant and Nutritious Medicinal Bao Ngư Soup
Medicinal Bao Ngư soup, when completed, boasts the distinctive aroma of traditional Chinese herbs, with a touch of sweet and savory flavor from the chicken broth. The Bao Ngư is delightfully firm and crispy, while the fresh Shiitake mushrooms are tender and rich in flavor. All ingredients blend together to create a dish that is not only mouthwatering but also incredibly beneficial for health.
Nutritious Medicinal Bao Ngư Soup: A Health Boost
Here is a guide on preparing nutritious Bao Ngư soup for your family. Wishing you great success.
