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? 😊