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Cordyceps Flower, Conch & Lean Pork

Cordyceps Flower, Conch & Lean Pork

Canton classic

Balanced & nourishing · 150 min · serves 6

Better laterThis calendar · Late summer · Best enjoyed autumn & winter

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    • Golden, dry, no sulfur.
    Similar in this aisleCordyceps flower100

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    • Thick and intact, natural color, no strong odor.
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    • Fresh red color, firm texture, no off-odor. Blanch.
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    • Dry and firm, rich aroma, no mold.
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    • Large, even slices, yellow-white, no sulfur.
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    • Plump dates, bright red goji, clean and dry.
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    • Dry, even, no grit. Soak until they open.
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Easy steps

Watch the soup come together.

Cantonese soup is not a weeknight stir-fry. Do the board work, walk away, come back. Check off as you go.

About 150 min · serves 6 · most of it is waiting

Prepare ingredientsSoakBlanch MeatAdd to potBring to a boilSimmer slowlySeason and serve
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