Bird’s Nest Soup Delight

Name: Bird’s Nest Soup Delight
Prep time: 8 h
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 8 h 45 min
Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients: 10 g dried bird’s nest (about 1 small nest); 6 dried red dates (also called jujubes); 30 g rock sugar (adjust to taste); 50 ml water (for simmering); Optional: 1–2 slices of ginger (to balance sweetness)

Instructions

Prep:8hCook:45min

Birds nest soup is a traditional Chinese delicacy made from edible swiftlet nests, gently cooked with rock sugar and aromatics. This light, dairy-free soup is prized for its silky texture and suits wellness-focused eaters, special occasions, and cooks seeking a refined, technique-driven dish.

Updated at: Wed, 04 Feb 2026 16:14:28 GMT