Preparation
10 minutes Cooking
15 minutes Serves
2 – 3 people
Cải bẹ dún, also known as mustard greens, is a versatile vegetable that can be cooked in a variety of ways. Today, we’ll be showing you how to make a delicious and nutritious soup with these greens and minced pork. This Canh cải bẹ dún thịt bằm is a wonderful addition to any family meal!
1 Ingredients for Canh cải bẹ dún thịt bằm
- 200g mustard greens
- 300g minced pork
- 2 liters of water
- Seasonings: salt, sugar, fish sauce, ground black pepper, and MSG (optional)
Ingredients for Canh cải bẹ dún thịt bằm
2 How to Make Canh cải bẹ dún thịt bằm
Step 1 Prepare the Ingredients
Mustard greens: Cut off the roots and wash the greens thoroughly. Cut the greens into halves or thirds, depending on their size.
Minced pork: In a bowl, mix the pork with 1 teaspoon of sugar, 1/2 teaspoon of MSG, a pinch of ground black pepper, 1 teaspoon of fish sauce, and 1/2 teaspoon of seasoning powder. Mix well to ensure the meat absorbs the flavors.
Scallions: Trim the roots and remove any wilted leaves. Wash and cut the scallions into small sections.
Prepared ingredients
Step 2 Cook the Soup
In a pot, bring the water to a boil. Add the seasoned minced pork and simmer over medium heat. Once the water boils again, skim off any foam that rises to the surface to clarify the broth. Add the mustard greens and cook for about 3 minutes. Adjust the seasoning to your taste. Finally, add the scallions and turn off the heat.
Cooking the soup
Step 3 Serve
Your Canh cải bẹ dún thịt bằm is now ready to be served! Ladle the soup into bowls and sprinkle some ground black pepper on top. Serve this soup with other savory dishes and steamed rice for a complete meal.
Final dish
3 Enjoy!
This soup has a refreshing and slightly sweet broth that is perfect for cooling down on a hot day. The mustard greens add a nice crunch and a subtle sweetness, while the minced pork provides a savory depth of flavor. The aroma of ground black pepper and scallions enhances the overall taste. Enjoy this soup hot with a bowl of rice—it’s delicious!
