Enhanced Bok Choy and Carrot Noodle Soup

Ingredients

• Vegetable oil (2 tablespoons)
• Garlic (3 cloves, minced)
• Ginger (1 tablespoon, freshly grated)
• Bok choy (4 cups, chopped)
• Carrots (2 medium, julienned)
• Vegetable broth (4 cups)
• Soy sauce (3 tablespoons)
• Rice noodles (8 ounces)
• Green onions (2, sliced)
• Cilantro (1/4 cup, chopped)
• Lime (1, juiced)
• Salt (to taste)
• Pepper (to taste)

Instructions

1. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
2. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Stir in the chopped bok choy and julienned carrots, cooking for 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.
4. Pour in the vegetable broth and soy sauce, bringing the mixture to a boil.
5. Add the rice noodles and cook according to the package instructions, typically about 4-6 minutes until tender.
6. Once the noodles are cooked, stir in the sliced green onions, lime juice, and chopped cilantro. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Serve hot, garnished with additional cilantro and lime wedges if desired.