Chinese Olive, Green Radish, Fig & Pork Rib Soup

Why people make this soup

Teachers, singers, sales staff, receptionists — anyone who uses their voice extensively — are especially prone to chronic throat irritation and laryngitis. Nourilo suggests this soup for those whose throat feels dry, scratchy, or inflamed after heavy voice use. It’s also a good seasonal soup in autumn when dry air tends to affect the throat. For everyday prevention, he recommends maintaining a habit of light soothing teas like lemon honey water, monk fruit tea, or burdock tea.

Method

1. Blanch the pork ribs in boiling water for 2–3 minutes, then drain and rinse.
2. Peel the green radish and cut into large chunks.
3. Rinse the olives, figs, and apricot kernels.
4. Place all ingredients in a pot with 2.4 L of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a medium-low simmer.
5. Cook for about 2 hours until the soup reduces to roughly 1.2 L. Serve and drink.

Nourilo’s Tips

This soup moistens the lungs and soothes the throat, making it suitable for the whole family as a seasonal protective soup against the dry-air irritation of autumn. It can also help prevent and ease hoarseness and vocal cord inflammation. The soup can also be made without pork — just treat it as a vegetable soup.