Low Sodium Hearty Abalone Soup

Dive into a bowl of pure comfort with this Low Sodium Hearty Abalone Soup, a nourishing and flavor-packed dish that's perfect for seafood lovers seeking a wholesome option. This recipe highlights fresh abalone, tender baby bok choy, and earthy shiitake mushrooms simmered in a fragrant broth made with low sodium chicken stock, ginger, and a hint of white pepper. With its heart-healthy, low-sodium profile, this soup is an elegant yet approachable choice for those watching their salt intake without sacrificing taste. Finished with a splash of lemon juice and sprinkled with fresh parsley, this soup delivers a refreshing balance of umami and brightness. Whether served as a comforting main course or a spotlight starter, it's sure to warm hearts and bellies alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Fresh abalone
• 4 cups Low sodium chicken stock
• 2 cups Water
• 1 large Carrot
• 2 Celery stalks
• 1 medium Leek
• 1 inch piece Ginger
• 3 Garlic cloves
• 100 grams Shiitake mushrooms
• 2 heads Baby bok choy
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon White pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the vegetables: dice the carrot, slice the celery, chop the leek, slice the ginger into thin strips, mince the garlic, and clean and slice the shiitake mushrooms.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add the leek, carrot, celery, and garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are just soft, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Add the ginger and mushrooms to the pot and cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 4

Pour in the low sodium chicken stock and water. Stir in the white pepper. Increase the heat to bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for 30 minutes.

Step 5

Meanwhile, clean the abalone thoroughly under cold running water. Slice the abalone into thin pieces, about 1/8 inch thick.

Step 6

Add the sliced abalone and baby bok choy to the soup. Continue to simmer gently for another 15 minutes until the abalone is tender but not rubbery.

Step 7

Stir in the lemon juice and taste the soup, adjusting the seasoning with white pepper if needed (avoid adding salt to keep it low sodium).

Step 8

Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2739.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	945.5

Total Fat 24.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.2g
Cholesterol 421.8mg	0%
Sodium 2571.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 78.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.7g	0%
Total Sugars 15.4g
Protein 101.5g	0%

Vitamin D 18IU	0%
Calcium 872.7mg	0%
Iron 9.2mg	0%
Potassium 2240.7mg	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: 23.5%

Protein: 43.2%

Carbs: 33.3%