Bok Choy and Noodle Soup

Bok Choy and Noodle Soup

Experience the vibrant flavors and textures of Asia with this Bok Choy and Noodle Soup. This soul-warming dish features bok choy, a vegetable known for its crisp texture and mild flavor, and silky rice noodles swimming in an aromatic broth infused with ginger, garlic, sesame oil, and soy sauce. Historically, this type of soup is a staple in many Asian cuisines and is often enjoyed as a soothing meal during cold weather or as a late-night comfort dish.

Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • Vegetable oil (1 tablespoon)
  • Garlic (3 cloves, minced)
  • Ginger (1 tablespoon, grated)
  • Bok choy (4 cups, chopped)
  • Vegetable broth (6 cups)
  • Soy sauce (2 tablespoons)
  • Sesame oil (1 tablespoon)
  • Rice noodles (200 grams)
  • Green onions (2, sliced)
  • Lime (juice of 1 lime)
  • Cilantro (1/2 cup, chopped)
  • Salt (to taste)
  • Red pepper flakes (1/2 teaspoon)

Instructions

  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and grated ginger and sauté for 1-2 minutes until they release their aromas.
  3. Add chopped bok choy to the pot and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until it starts to wilt.
  4. Pour in vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
  5. Stir in soy sauce and sesame oil, then add rice noodles.
  6. Follow the noodle package instructions for cooking time.
  7. Once noodles are cooked, remove the pot from heat.
  8. Stir in sliced green onions, freshly squeezed lime juice, and chopped cilantro.
  9. Season the soup with red pepper flakes and salt according to your taste preference.
  10. Serve the soup hot and enjoy this comforting Asian delicacy.

Dietary Information

Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Soup • Prep Time: 10 minutes • Cook Time: 20 minutes • Calories: 250 • Fat: 5g • Carbs: 45g • Protein: 6g • Sodium: 1200mg • Sugar: 4g