step 1

Soak ribs in cold water for at least an hour prior to cooking to clean the meat.

step 2

While ribs are soaking, prepare the other ingredients: rehydrate wood ear mushrooms and wash, peel, and slice lotus roots and carrots into thick slices.

step 3

Once ribs are done soaking, rinse and blanch: bring a large pot of water to a boil and add in ribs. Bring water back to a boil and cook for 1 minute. Drain and rinse thoroughly.

step 4

To start the soup, add all the prepared ingredients to a large, clean pot: pork ribs, vegetables, herbs, and kombu. Add water until all ingredients are covered.

step 5

Bring soup to a boil before turning it down to a slow simmer. Cover and let it simmer for 2 to 4 hours (the longer the better!)

step 6

Add salt to taste. Remove kombu before serving. Enjoy!