Broad Bean, Winter Melon and Lean Pork Soup

Why people make this soup

In traditional Chinese food therapy, this soup has long been made for people dealing with puffiness in the legs and feet — a discomfort that often appears in late pregnancy, on hot humid days, or when the kidneys are working hard. Fresh broad beans paired with winter melon are considered a gentle, effective combination for encouraging the body to pass excess water naturally. Nourilo first shared this recipe after recording a segment on pregnancy nutrition for a local radio programme, when the topic of late-pregnancy swelling came up. Beyond water balance, broad beans are also valued for the calcium they provide and for being cholesterol-free, making this soup friendly for those watching their heart health.