The weather is gradually getting warmer, and the taste of summer is approaching. It’s a good time to enjoy some refreshing and detoxifying soups during the dry and hot weather.Let's start by making several types of winter gourd soup.Winter gourdThe recipe.

Winter gourdWinter gourd soupRecipe 1

IngredientsPreparation

Winter gourd,Shrimp, oil, salt, green onion,Ginger，Chicken broth.

Steps

1. Wash and peel the winter gourd, then cut into pieces; soak the shrimp in water.

2. Heat oil in a pot, sauté green onion and ginger, then stir-fry the shrimp.

3. Add the winter gourd slices, chicken broth, salt, and the shrimp soaking water, and stir-fry evenly.

4. Add an appropriate amount of hot water, bring to a boil, and cook until the winter gourd is soft and tender.

Winter gourd soup recipe 2

Ingredients

Winter gourd, shrimpEggs，Cilantro, salt, sesame oil, green onion, ginger,PeanutsOil.

Steps

1. Wash and slice the winter gourd, and soak the shrimp in water.

2. Heat oil in a pot, sauté green onion and ginger in hot oil, then stir-fry the winter gourd for about 2 minutes.

3. After stir-frying the winter gourd, add the soaked shrimp, cover with water and bring to a boil.

4. After boiling, add egg liquid, cilantro, and drizzle with sesame oil.

Winter gourd soup recipe 3

Ingredients

Winter gourd, shrimp, green onion, cilantro, salt,Star anise, ginger, oil.

Steps

1. Peel and wash the winter gourd, then cut into thick slices.

2. Wash the shrimp and soak in warm water for half an hour.

3. Heat a little oil in a pot, sauté green onion, ginger, and star anise.

4. Add the sliced winter gourd, stir-fry evenly, add water, and add the shrimp.Bring to a boil over high heat;5. After boiling, reduce the heat and simmer for half an hour until the soup is thick and the winter gourd is translucent. Add salt and garnish with cilantro.

Nutritional value of shrimp winter gourd soup

The shrimp contains a variety of essential trace elements, such as calcium and phosphorus.

ItsProteincontent is as high as 55% or more.Winter gourd has the effects of clearing heat, cooling down, promoting urination, and weight loss.