Shanghainese Scallion and Pork Soup with Clear Broth

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A comforting clear broth soup with tender minced pork and aromatic scallions, highlighting simple Shanghainese flavors. This Chinese-inspired soup recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs minced pork shoulder, green onions, finely chopped, fresh ginger, thinly sliced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Chinese cuisine 150 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a medium pot over medium heat. Add 250 grams minced pork shoulder and 15 grams thinly sliced ginger, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until the pork is lightly browned and fragrant.
  2. Step 2: Pour in 1 liter chicken broth and 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes to develop flavor.
  3. Step 3: Add 4 finely chopped green onion stalks, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon white pepper. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes until the scallions are tender and the soup is aromatic.
  4. Step 4: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot as a light, soothing soup perfect for chilly days.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Shanghainese Scallion and Pork Soup with Clear Broth take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Shanghainese Scallion and Pork Soup with Clear Broth?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep minced pork shoulder from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Shanghainese Scallion and Pork Soup with Clear Broth?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Shanghainese Scallion and Pork Soup with Clear Broth for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Shanghainese Scallion and Pork Soup with Clear Broth?

Chinese soups like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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