Rice Noodle Soup

Rice Noodle Soup, a traditional and popular cuisine originating from southern China, features delicate rice noodles as its main ingredient, complemented by a rich broth and a variety of toppings. With its rich flavors and balanced nutrition, it is an ideal choice for breakfast, lunch, or dinner for many.

👉🏻Ingredients list⚠️

• Rice Noodles: 200g

• Chicken/Beef/Pork Slices: 100g (based on preference)

• Vegetables: as needed (e.g., bok choy, lettuce)

• Shiitake Mushrooms: a few

• Tofu: half a block

• Egg: 1 (optional)

• Stock or Water: 1000ml

• Salt, Pepper, Soy Sauce: to taste

• Chopped Scallions, Cilantro: a little

👉🏻✨DIRECTIONS:

1. Prepare Ingredients: Soak rice noodles in warm water until softened; slice meat; wash vegetables; slice soaked shiitake mushrooms; cube tofu.

2. Cook Broth: In a pot, add stock or water and bring to a boil with shiitake mushrooms. Add meat slices and cook until they change color, skimming off any foam.

3. Add Rice Noodles: Incorporate the soaked rice noodles into the broth and cook for about 3-5 minutes until tender.

4. Add Toppings: Add vegetables and tofu, cooking until the vegetables are tender.

5. Season: Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and a little soy sauce to taste.

6. Garnish: Crack an egg into the soup (optional, as a poached egg or scrambled), and sprinkle with chopped scallions and cilantro.

👉🏻✨TIPS

• Do not soak rice noodles for too long to avoid them becoming too soft and affecting texture.

• Enhance the broth by boiling it with bones for added flavor.

• Adjust toppings seasonally, such as adding cabbage and carrots in winter for a warmer feel.

👉🏻✨BENEFITS

• Rice Noodle Soup is not only delicious but also a quick energy booster, especially suitable for warming up in cold weather. It is also a low-calorie meal option for those on a diet.

👉🏻✨NUTRITIONAL

• Rice noodles are rich in carbohydrates and easy to digest; meat provides high-quality protein; vegetables and shiitake mushrooms are packed with vitamins and minerals, boosting immunity; tofu, as a source of plant protein, benefits cardiovascular health. Overall, this soup is nutritionally balanced and suitable for the whole family.