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Healing Ginger Garlic Broth with Rice Noodles

A comforting and nourishing broth with rice noodles, infused with robust ginger and garlic flavors, perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Asian, Vegan
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the broth
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch fresh ginger, grated
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 8 ounces rice noodles
  • Salt and pepper to taste
For garnish
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by heating 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Once hot, add the minced garlic and grated ginger and sauté for about 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Pour in 6 cups of vegetable broth along with 2 tablespoons of soy sauce and 1 tablespoon of sesame oil.
  4. Stir well to combine the flavors, and let the mixture come to a gentle simmer.
  5. While the broth is simmering, prepare your rice noodles according to the package instructions, usually soaking them in hot water for 5-7 minutes.
  6. Drain and set aside.
  7. Once the broth has simmered for about 10 minutes, add the cooked rice noodles to the pot.
  8. Stir to combine and allow it to heat through for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  9. Taste the broth and season with salt and pepper to your liking.
  10. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with sliced green onions and fresh cilantro.
  11. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

Feel free to add vegetables like bok choy or mushrooms for extra nutrition. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Reheat gently over low heat, adding broth or water if necessary to loosen the consistency.