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Fish Maw Soup Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 100g fish maw
- 500g chicken bones
- 10g ginger, sliced
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine
- 1.5L water
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 egg, beaten
- 2 stalks scallions, chopped

Special Equipment Needed:
- Large pot
- Strainer

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Soak the fish maw in cold water for at least 2 hours until it softens. Drain and rinse well.

2. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chicken bones and ginger and stir-fry for 5 minutes until fragrant.

3. Add the Shaoxing wine and stir-fry for another 2 minutes.

4. Pour in the water and bring to a boil. Skim off any impurities that rise to the surface.

5. Add the fish maw, salt, sugar, soy sauce, and oyster sauce. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 1 hour.

6. Remove the chicken bones and ginger with a strainer. Add the beaten egg and stir gently until cooked.

7. Add the sesame oil and scallions. Stir well.

8. Serve hot.


Time:
Preparation time: 2 hours soaking time for fish maw
Cooking time: 1 hour
Temperature:
Low heat
Serving size:
4-6 servings

Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 200
Fat: 5g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Protein: 30g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Fish maw can be substituted with other seafood such as shrimp or crab meat.
- Chicken bones can be substituted with pork bones or beef bones.

Variations:
- Add vegetables such as carrots and mushrooms for a heartier soup.
- Use seafood stock instead of chicken bones for a more seafood flavor.

Tips and Tricks:
- Soak the fish maw in cold water for at least 2 hours to ensure it softens properly.
- Skim off any impurities that rise to the surface of the soup to ensure a clear broth.

Storage Instructions:
Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Reheating Instructions:
Reheat on the stove over low heat until heated through.

Presentation Ideas:
Serve in a bowl with chopped scallions on top.

Garnishes:
Chopped scallions

Pairings:
Serve with steamed rice or bread.

Suggested Side Dishes:
Steamed vegetables or a side salad.

Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the soup is too thick, add more water to thin it out.
- If the soup is too salty, add more water and adjust seasoning accordingly.

Food Safety Advice:
- Ensure that the chicken bones are cooked thoroughly before adding the fish maw.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator within 2 hours of cooking.

Food History:
Fish maw soup is a traditional Chinese dish that is believed to have originated in Guangdong province.

Flavor Profiles:
Savory, umami, and slightly sweet.

Serving Suggestions:
Serve hot as a main course.

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Region: Chinese

Taste: Savory, Umami, Rich, Brothy, Herbal