Winter Melon Soup with Dried Scallops
鲜掉眉毛系列之冬瓜干贝汤 · pan chinese cuisine
Dried scallops (conpoy) lend an intense natural umami to Cantonese-style soups. Simmered here with winter melon, they make a light broth that is traditionally enjoyed for its cooling, refreshing qualities in hot weather.
Colm ByrneIrish guy in Boston who makes a mean stew and a questionable attempt at pho. Weekend baker, weekday pasta-and-frozen-peas guy. Honest recipes only.Nutrition & allergens
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Per serving (4 servings)
- Energy (kcal)
- Unknown
- Protein (g)
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- Fat (g)
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- Carbs (g)
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- Sodium (mg)
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shan bei （ gan ）［ gan bei ］扇贝（干）［干贝］
as needed
17.64 oz
salt盐
to taste
black pepper黑胡椒粉
to taste
Techniques you'll use
- Stir-frying ↗
Cook small pieces in stages, then bring them together while their textures are distinct.
- Simmering (dun) ↗
Gentle low-heat cooking in liquid until flavors merge and meat softens.
Steps
- 1
Step 1
Peel the winter melon and cut it into chunks. Soak the dried scallops in water to rehydrate and set aside.
✅ Done when: The melon is peeled and cut into even chunks, and the scallops are softened from soaking.
Heat oil in a pan and stir-fry the dried scallops.
✅ Done when: The scallops are fragrant and lightly coated in oil.
Meanwhile, bring some water to a boil in a soup pot. Once the scallops have changed color and become aromatic, transfer them into the soup pot to simmer.
✅ Done when: The scallops have changed color and release a fragrant aroma before going into the pot.
Add more oil to the pan and stir-fry the winter melon for about 3 minutes. Once it changes color, transfer it to the soup pot as well.
✅ Done when: After about 3 minutes, the winter melon pieces have turned translucent at the edges.
Season with salt and black pepper. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to low and simmer for 8-10 minutes so the scallop and winter melon flavors meld.
✅ Done when: The soup has come to a boil and simmered gently for 8-10 minutes with the flavors fully combined.
- 6
Step 6
Finish with a handful of chopped scallions and serve. Incredibly fresh and savory!
✅ Done when: Chopped scallions are scattered on top and the soup is ready to serve.