Chinese Ham Stew

May 14, 2023May 14, 20230 2

A hearty and savory Chinese Ham Stew recipe for any occasion

by The Chefin Stew

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 hour 30 min

Ready In

2 hours

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

322

Sugar

Fat

22g

Chinese Ham Stew, also known as Huiguo Rou, is a traditional Chinese dish that originated from the Hunan province of China. It is a simple yet delicious stew made with pork leg, dried wood ear mushrooms, and soy sauce. The dish has a robust savory flavor and a thick broth that is perfect for warming you up on chilly nights. It can be enjoyed as a main dish with rice or noodles, or as a side dish to complement other Chinese favorites. The Chinese Ham Stew is a great dish to cook for potlucks, family gatherings, or any occasion where you want to feed a crowd with a hearty and satisfying meal.

Instructions

1.	Soak the dried wood ear mushrooms in hot water for 20 minutes, then drain and set aside.
2.	In a large pot, heat up some oil and add minced garlic, sauté until fragrant.
3.	Add soy sauce and stir well.
4.	Add the pork leg and stir-fry until they turn opaque.
5.	Add dried wood ear mushrooms and stir well.
6.	Pour in 4 cups of water and bring it to boil.
7.	Cover the pot and simmer for at least 1 hour until the pork leg is tender and the soup has thickened.
8.	Serve hot with rice or noodles.

PROS

The Chinese Ham Stew is a warm, comforting and hearty dish that is perfect for any occasion.

It is packed with robust savory flavor and tender pork that melts in your mouth.

It is also easy to make and budget-friendly.

CONS

The Chinese Ham Stew is high in sodium content due to the soy sauce.

It may not be a suitable dish for individuals with hypertension or who are watching their sodium intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The Chinese Ham Stew is a great source of protein and essential amino acids.
The pork leg used in the recipe is also rich in vitamins and minerals such as zinc and magnesium which play an important role in maintaining optimal health and growth.
The dried wood ear mushroom contains beta glucans which can help support the immune system.

	1 pork leg , cut into bite size pieces
	4 ounces dried wood ear mushrooms
	5 tablespoons soy sauce
	10 cloves minced garlic
	4 cups water