Lotus Root and Pork Rib Soup

Method

1. 01

   Step 1

   Cover ribs with cold water and bring to a boil; simmer 5 minutes, then drain and rinse.

2. 02

   Step 2

   Peel lotus root, trim the ends and cut into 1 cm slices; rinse away any trapped dirt.

3. 03

   Step 3

   Put ribs, lotus root, ginger and 1.8 litres fresh water in a large pot.

4. 04

   Step 4

   Bring to a boil, skim the surface and simmer covered for 90 minutes, until ribs are tender.

5. 05

   Step 5

   Season with salt and garnish with spring onion. Remove loose bone fragments before serving.