Salted Egg and Hairy Gourd Soup Ingredients

Salted Egg and Hairy Gourd Soup Recipe

A creamy, comforting, and slightly indulgent soup.

Ingredients:

• 1 hairy gourd (loofah), peeled and cut into chunks
• 500ml chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 salted egg yolks, mashed
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Cook the Gourd: In a pot, bring the chicken or vegetable broth to a boil. Add the hairy gourd chunks and cook until tender.
2. Add the Salted Egg: Once the gourd is cooked, add the mashed salted egg yolks to the pot. Stir until the soup turns a creamy yellow color.
3. Thicken the Soup: Gradually pour in the cornstarch slurry, stirring constantly until the soup reaches your desired thickness.
4. Season and Serve: Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.

Tips:

• For a richer flavor, you can add a splash of milk or cream to the soup.
• If you don't have salted egg yolks, you can use a combination of egg yolks and a pinch of salt.
• You can garnish the soup with chopped spring onions or fried shallots.

Enjoy this comforting and flavorful soup!