PORK EDAMAME SOUP

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My husband grew up in a traditional Asian household and gives this soup high marks for authentic taste. I think the Asian hot chili sauce is what makes the dish, but any type of hot sauce would give it a delicious kick! -Kari Sue, Bend, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 4h35m

Yield 6 servings (2-1/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

4 teaspoons canola oil
2 pounds boneless country-style pork ribs, trimmed, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot
2 teaspoons Sriracha chili sauce
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
1 package (10 ounces) frozen shelled edamame, thawed
1 package (3 ounces) ramen noodles
Thinly sliced green onions, optional

Steps:

In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Brown pork in batches. Remove to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Stir in the next nine ingredients., Cook, covered, on low until meat and vegetables are tender, 4-5 hours. Stir in edamame. Break up noodles slightly; stir into soup, discarding or saving seasoning packet for another use. Cook, covered, on low until noodles are al dente, 10-15 minutes., Serve immediately. If desired, top with green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 455 calories, Fat 23g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 90mg cholesterol, Sodium 1134mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 36g protein.