This Chinese broth is simple enough for weeknights and comforting enough for any season.
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Growing up, dinner at our house almost always included a bowl of soup. In many Chinese households, soup is more than just a starter — it’s a daily ritual, with ingredients carefully chosen for both flavour and the benefits they’re believed to bring to the body.
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Of all the recipes my mom makes, apple carrot pork broth is one of her staples. Naturally sweet from apples, carrots and dried figs, it’s a comforting dish. The combination is often enjoyed for its ability to help skin health, support digestion and overall wellness, making it a favourite for all ages.
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While many versions use pork bones, my family prefers pork tenderloin. It creates a cleaner, lighter broth while still adding plenty of flavour. Best of all, everything comes together in a single pot, making it an easy soup to prepare for a weeknight dinner.
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West Coast Table
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Apple Carrot Pork Soup
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4 L (16 cups) water
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4 Red Delicious apples, cored and cut into wedges
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2 carrots, sliced
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1 pork tenderloin
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2 dried figs
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5 slices bitter apricot kernels (bei xing)
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10 slices sweet apricot kernels (nan xing)
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Add the water to a large pot. Add the apples, carrots, dried figs and apricot kernels.
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In a separate pot, bring water to a boil and blanch the pork tenderloin for 1 to 2 minutes. Remove the pork and rinse under cold water to clean off excess oil. Add the pork tenderloin to the pot with the other ingredients. Bring to a boil over high heat.
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Reduce the heat to medium and simmer for 1 hour. Remove from heat and serve hot.
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Serves 8.
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