Three-Delights Soup

Three-Delights Soup

　　Three-Delights Soup

　　Three-Delights Soup is made with mutton dumplings, bean vermicelli, and spiced beef slices, all blended in a savory beef broth. The preparation involves placing a large pot on the stove with chunks of beef, beef bones, and five-spice seasonings to simmer — this is called “stewing the pot.” Once the beef becomes tender, an unglazed earthenware basin with no bottom is placed in the center of the pot, keeping the beef outside the basin. Mutton dumplings, vermicelli, and spiced beef slices are then added to the basin in sequence and cooked until done, garnished with chopped scallions. Only one serving is cooked at a time. Rich in nutrients, warming, and good for blood circulation, this soup is especially beneficial for the elderly and is a popular dish in the county town.