Golden Soup with Shark Fin
A rich, golden broth with tender shark fin and sweet pumpkin, finished with a fresh herb garnish. This quick version brings the classic flavors to your table in about 20 minutes.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 180
- Protein
- 15g

Ingredients
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Step 1
In a medium pot, combine 4 cups chicken broth and 2 slices ginger. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to medium-low and simmer for 5 minutes until fragrant.
Step 2
Add 1 cup diced pumpkin and 4 oz rehydrated shark fin. Simmer over medium heat until pumpkin is tender and easily pierced with a fork, about 10 minutes.
Step 3
Stir in 0.5 tsp salt, adjusting to taste. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with 2 tbsp chopped cilantro before serving.
Tools you’ll need
- medium pot
- ladle
- knife
- cutting board
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