Comforting Taro Soup with Bok Choy
This taro and bok choy soup is a simple, soothing Chinese-style dish featuring soft, creamy taro cubes and tender greens in a light garlic-infused broth.
Servings 4
Calories 109kcal
Ingredients
- 300 g taro about 1 medium root
- 200 g bok choy
- 3 cloves garlic sliced
- 1 tsp cooking oil
- 1 –2 g salt adjust to taste
- 600 ml water about 3 cups
Instructions
Prep the ingredients
- Peel the taro (wear gloves to protect your hands), and cut into 3 cm cubes.
- Soak the cubes in water for 5 minutes to prevent browning.
- Wash the bok choy thoroughly, chop or tear into small pieces, and drain well.
Cook the taro
- Heat 1 tsp cooking oil in a pot over medium heat.
- Add the sliced garlic and stir for about 1 minute until fragrant — do not let it brown.
- Add the taro cubes, stir briefly, and pour in 600 ml water (should cover taro by about 2 cm).
- Bring to a boil, then reduce to low heat. Cover and simmer for 15–20 minutes, until the taro is fork-tender.
Add the bok choy and season
- Remove the lid, add the chopped bok choy, and gently stir to combine.
- Continue cooking for 2–3 minutes until the bok choy softens and turns bright green.
- Turn off the heat, season with 1–2 g salt, and stir to mix. Serve warm.
Nutrition
Calories: 109kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 49mg | Potassium: 611mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 2291IU | Vitamin C: 26mg | Calcium: 96mg | Iron: 1mg