Try Famous Filipino Hototay Soup
I’ve had hototay soup from both China and the Philippines, but the Filipino version is my favorite. Ever since I had my first taste of it at Amber Restaurant, I have been deeply in love with it.
After a few failed attempts, I tried preparing it at home, and now my family’s favorite soup is this one. With liver, poultry, pork, and veggies, it has a lot of flavor.
Similar in nature, the Chinese recipe lacks liver, which elevates the Filipino version. I’ll also reveal the technique behind the restaurant-quality flavor today. Now let’s go into the specifics!
Price and servings on Ambers menu:
| Serving Size | Price |
|---|---|
| 2-3 persons | ₱ 190.00 |
What’s So Special About Hototay Soup?
What makes the Hototay soup so unique, and why do I like it so much? These are legitimate issues, and the health and flavor purposes provide the answer. The soup contains chicken, pork, liver, and various veggies. They’re all beneficial to health.
Taste of Soup: The flavor of Hototay soup is unmatched, in my opinion. Its flavor and richness are beyond description.
Combination of Meat and Veggies: Although the Filipino version of hototay soup is superior, it originated in China. The Filipino version is superior since it contains liver in addition to vegetables.
Health Benefits: Our family loves this soup, especially on gloomy days or when someone is sick. After eating it and napping, you’ll wake up feeling rejuvenated.
Let’s Make Hototay Soup at Home
Here’s the secret of Hototay soup, make sure to follow each and every step to achieve the perfect taste.
Key-Ingredients:
- 250 grams of pork (in cubes)
- 250 grams chicken thigh fillet (sliced)
- 100 grams of pork liver (sliced)
- 2 chicken cubes
- 7 to 8 cloves of garlic (minced)
- 1 large sliced carrot
- 1 chopped onion
- 1 cup of shiitake mushrooms
- 1/2 pc of cabbage (sliced)
- 1/2 cup Chicharo
- Eggs
- Oil
- Salt
- Pepper
Cooking Instructions
- To prepare the Hototay soup, put a big pot over high heat. Pour the oil into this pot over the fire and add the onion and garlic. Add the pork and toss with a spoon until it is cooked, once the onion and garlic have turned golden brown.
- After adding the chicken and liver, simmer for an additional four to five minutes. After that, cook the beef for up to 25 minutes to make it soft.
- Prepare the chicken broth by dissolving two chicken cubes in six cups of water. Transfer the mixture into the pot, let it to come to a boil, and simmer for a maximum of eight to ten minutes.
- It’s time to include the chicharo, cabbage, mushroom, and carrots now. After cooking them for a few minutes, season with salt and pepper to taste, and continue cooking for an additional two to three minutes.
- It’s time to serve your soup! Top each bowl with a freshly cracked egg.
Nutritional Profile of Hototay Soup
Here’s the nutritional profile of Hototay soup, it will help you understand how healthy the soup is and whether you should, have it or not.
| Calories | 250 kcal |
| Proteins | 25 grams |
| Fats | 10 grams |
| Carbohydrates | 15 grams |
| Fiber | 3 grams |
| Sodium | 600 mg |
| vitamin C | 18 mg |
| Iron | 2.7 mg |
| Calcium | 100 mg |
Conclusion
Now you know how the famous Filipino Hototay soup is made in the restaurant. You can make it home following our blog, and make your family happy. It’s also good for health, especially if someone has a cold. Hence, don’t forget to make it on rainy days to protect your family from cold viral. Enjoy!
