High Protein Hearty Pork Bone Soup

Warm your soul and fuel your body with this High-Protein Hearty Pork Bone Soup, a nutrient-packed recipe perfect for comfort and wellness. Simmered low and slow for maximum flavor and mineral extraction, this soup boasts a robust broth made from tender pork bones enriched with apple cider vinegar, fresh aromatics like garlic and onion, and a medley of wholesome vegetables. Finished with vibrant baby spinach, fresh parsley, and scallions, it’s a nourishing bowl loaded with protein and vitamins. Ideal for meal prep or a cozy family dinner, this rich and savory soup is a satisfying way to boost your protein intake while embracing the comforting warmth of homemade goodness. Enjoy it as-is or alongside crusty bread for a truly hearty meal experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:255 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds pork bones
• 10 cups water
• 1 large onion
• 2 medium carrots
• 2 celery stalks
• 4 garlic cloves
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 tablespoon black peppercorns
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 bunch fresh parsley
• 2 scallions
• 4 cups baby spinach

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the pork bones under cold running water to remove any traces of blood or impurities. Pat them dry with paper towels.

Step 2

In a large stock pot, add the pork bones and cover them completely with the 10 cups of water. Add the apple cider vinegar and let it sit for 30 minutes. This helps to extract minerals from the bones.

Step 3

While the bones are soaking, peel and quarter the onion, chop the carrots and celery into large chunks, and peel and smash the garlic cloves.

Step 4

Add the onion, carrots, celery, garlic, bay leaves, and black peppercorns to the pot.

Step 5

Place the pot over high heat and bring the water to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer and skim off any impurities that rise to the surface using a ladle.

Step 6

Cover the pot partially and let the soup simmer for approximately 3 to 4 hours. Check occasionally to skim off any additional impurities and to adjust the water level if necessary.

Step 7

After simmering, remove the bones and vegetables with a slotted spoon. Discard the vegetables.

Step 8

Strain the broth through a fine mesh sieve into a clean pot or container to remove the remaining solids.

Step 9

Add salt to taste and stir well. Finely chop the fresh parsley and scallions, and stir them into the broth.

Step 10

Return the broth to the stove over low heat and add the baby spinach. Cook just until the spinach wilts, about 2 to 3 minutes.

Step 11

Serve the soup hot, garnished with additional parsley or scallions as desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3991.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2213.7

Total Fat 142.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 50.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 635.0mg	0%
Sodium 5725.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 55.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.6g	0%
Total Sugars 18.6g
Protein 179.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 724.1mg	0%
Iron 20.2mg	0%
Potassium 4168.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.8%

Protein: 32.3%

Carbs: 9.9%