Veg Hakka Soup

Here’s a delicious recipe for Veg Hakka Soup:

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon oil
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped ginger
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 small carrot, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup finely chopped cabbage
• 1/2 cup finely chopped bell peppers (red, yellow, or green)
• 1/2 cup finely chopped mushrooms
• 1/4 cup finely chopped beans
• 1/4 cup finely chopped spring onions (white and green parts separated)
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon vinegar
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• Salt to taste
• 2 tablespoons cornflour mixed with 4 tablespoons water (slurry)
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped spring onion greens (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Aromatics:

• Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat.
• Add the finely chopped garlic and ginger. Sauté until fragrant and slightly golden.

2. Sauté the Vegetables:

• Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent.
• Add the finely chopped carrot, cabbage, bell peppers, mushrooms, beans, and the white parts of the spring onions.
• Stir-fry the vegetables for 5-7 minutes until they are slightly tender but still crisp.

3. Add Broth and Seasonings:

• Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
• Add soy sauce, vinegar, black pepper, and salt to taste.
• Lower the heat and let the soup simmer for about 10 minutes.

4. Thicken the Soup:

• Stir the cornflour slurry and slowly add it to the soup while stirring continuously.
• Let the soup simmer for another 2-3 minutes until it thickens to your desired consistency.

5. Final Touches:

• Add the chopped green parts of the spring onions.
• Adjust seasoning if needed.

6. Serve:

• Garnish with finely chopped fresh cilantro and spring onion greens.
• Serve the Veg Hakka Soup hot and enjoy!

This soup is perfect for a light and flavorful meal. Adjust the vegetables and seasonings to your preference. Enjoy your cooking!