Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsCheng's Restaurant and BarPork With Pickled Radish Soup Recipe

Pork With Pickled Radish Soup Recipe

Time50m
Serves2

2 pieces

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Seasoning Ingredients

Garnish Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Pork

    Cut the pork belly into bite-sized pieces and set aside.

  2. 2

    Chop Aromatics

    Mince the garlic cloves and slice the ginger into thin strips.

  3. 3

    Prepare Pickled Radish

    Slice the pickled radish into thin strips or rounds, depending on preference.

  4. 4

    Chop Garnishes

    Chop the green onions and cilantro for garnish.

Cooking

  1. 5

    Sauté Aromatics

    In a large pot, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sliced ginger, sautéing until fragrant (about 2-3 minutes).

  2. 6

    Brown the Pork

    Add the pork belly pieces to the pot. Cook until they are browned on all sides (about 5-7 minutes).

  3. 7

    Add Water and Seasonings

    Pour in the water, soy sauce, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.

  4. 8

    Simmer the Soup

    Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

  5. 9

    Add Pickled Radish

    After 30 minutes, add the sliced pickled radish to the pot. Simmer for an additional 10 minutes.

Serving

  1. 10

    Plate the Soup

    Ladle the soup into bowls, ensuring each serving has a generous amount of pork and pickled radish.

  2. 11

    Garnish

    Top with chopped green onions and cilantro before serving.

  3. 12

    Serve Hot

    Enjoy the soup hot, accompanied by a side of rice if desired.

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