Rich & Hearty Duck Blood Soup with Vegetables
(A deeply flavorful and nourishing soup featuring tender duck blood, hearty meat, and fresh vegetables in a rich broth.)
Ingredients
For the Broth:
- 6 cups chicken broth (or duck broth for deeper flavor)
- 2 cups water
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine (optional, for aroma)
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1-inch ginger, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp white pepper
- ½ tsp five-spice powder
- 1 tsp sugar (optional, to balance flavors)
For the Meat & Blood:
- ½ lb duck blood, cubed (can be substituted with pork blood)
- ½ lb duck breast or pork, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp soy sauce (for marinating meat)
- 1 tsp cornstarch (to keep meat tender)
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil (for searing)
For the Vegetables:
- 1 cup bok choy (or napa cabbage), chopped
- ½ cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced
- 1 medium carrot, julienned
- ½ cup bean sprouts
- 2 tbsp chopped green onions (for garnish)
Optional Garnishes:
- Cilantro (for freshness)
- Chili oil (for spice)
- Sesame seeds
- Fried garlic or shallots
Instructions
1. Prepare the Meat & Blood:
- Toss duck breast (or pork slices) with soy sauce and cornstarch. Let marinate for 15 minutes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
- Sear the meat until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Add duck blood cubes and lightly sear for 2 minutes. Remove and set aside.
2. Make the Broth:
- In the same pot, add ginger, garlic, and five-spice powder, sautéing until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth, water, soy sauce, oyster sauce, Shaoxing wine, sesame oil, sugar, and white pepper.
- Bring to a simmer and let cook for 10 minutes.
3. Cook the Vegetables & Meat:
- Return the seared meat and duck blood to the pot.
- Add carrots, mushrooms, bean sprouts, and bok choy.
- Let simmer for another 5–7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
4. Serve & Garnish:
- Ladle the broth, meat, and vegetables into bowls.
- Garnish with green onions, cilantro, and fried garlic.
- Drizzle with chili oil for extra heat.
Why This Version Stands Out?
✅ Silky duck blood with a tender texture.
✅ Rich, aromatic broth infused with ginger and five-spice.
✅ Hearty meat & fresh vegetables for a balanced dish.
✅ Customizable spice level with chili oil or white pepper.
Would you like to add noodles or make it spicier? 😊
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