Low Fat Hearty Pork Bone Soup

Savor the comforting warmth of this Low Fat Hearty Pork Bone Soup, a nourishing dish that delivers rich flavors while keeping things light and wholesome. This easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for a cozy meal, featuring tender pork bones simmered for hours with aromatic vegetables like carrots, celery, onions, and garlic to create a deeply flavorful broth. Enhanced with low-sodium soy sauce and fresh herbs like parsley and green onions, this soup is both healthy and satisfying. With its low-fat preparation method—skimming impurities and fat during cooking—this broth is a guilt-free way to enjoy a traditional classic. Whether served as a starter or a warming main, this soup is perfect for meal prep or sharing with family and friends.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:195 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Pork bones
• 12 cups Water
• 1 large Onion
• 4 Garlic cloves
• 2 medium Carrot
• 3 Celery stalks
• 2 Bay leaves
• 2 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 Green onions
• 0.25 cup Fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Place the pork bones in a large stockpot and cover them with water. Bring to a boil and allow them to cook for about 5 minutes. Drain the water and rinse the bones under cold water to remove any impurities or scum.

Step 2

Return the bones to the stockpot and add 12 cups of fresh water.

Step 3

Peel and quarter the onion. Smash the garlic cloves with the side of a knife. Chop the carrots and celery into large chunks.

Step 4

Add the onion, garlic, carrots, celery, and bay leaves to the pot with the pork bones.

Step 5

Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for at least 2 to 3 hours. Skim off any foam or fat that rises to the surface occasionally to keep the soup clear and low-fat.

Step 6

After simmering, remove the bones and vegetables from the soup with a slotted spoon. Let the broth cool slightly, then strain it through a fine mesh sieve to remove any small pieces.

Step 7

Return the strained broth to the pot. Add the low-sodium soy sauce, salt, and black pepper.

Step 8

Chop the green onions and parsley finely. Add them to the soup just before serving for a fresh, fragrant finish.

Step 9

Adjust the seasoning if necessary, and serve the soup hot with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for an added touch of color.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(4324.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2160.8

Total Fat 141.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 50.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 635.0mg	0%
Sodium 4270.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 44.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.5g	0%
Total Sugars 16.7g
Protein 178.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 558.5mg	0%
Iron 14.9mg	0%
Potassium 3661.9mg	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: 58.9%

Protein: 32.9%

Carbs: 8.2%