Pork Rib and Lotus Seed Soup

Method

1. 1 Blanch the ribs for 4 minutes, then rinse them clean to keep the broth clear.
2. 2 Remove the lotus seed embryo if using fresh lotus seeds; leaving the embryo in will make the soup very bitter.
3. 3 Simmer the ribs in 1 liter of water for 35 minutes, skimming off the foam during the first 10 minutes.
4. 4 Add the lotus seeds and cook for 20 minutes, then add the carrots and cook for the final 10 minutes.
5. 5 Season with fish sauce, then sprinkle with chopped scallions, cilantro, and pepper.

With an appliance

• Pressure cooker 40 min

  Replace steps 3-4: cook the ribs with lotus seeds under high pressure for 15 minutes, release the pressure naturally, then add the carrots and cook with the lid open for 8 minutes.