Description
This Healing Ginger Garlic Broth with Rice Noodles and Bok Choy is a comforting, immune-boosting soup featuring a fragrant broth infused with garlic, ginger, and onion. Served with tender rice noodles and fresh vegetables like bok choy and carrots, this recipe is perfect for a nourishing, light meal. Optional proteins and garnishes add versatility and extra flavor to suit your preference.
Ingredients
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For the Broth:
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil or neutral oil
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 6 cloves garlic, smashed
- 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, sliced
- 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth or chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar (optional)
- Salt to taste
For the Noodles and Toppings:
- 8 oz rice noodles (flat or vermicelli)
- 1 cup baby spinach or bok choy
- 1 small carrot, julienned or thinly sliced
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
- Lime wedges, for serving
- Optional protein: shredded chicken, tofu, or soft-boiled egg
- Optional garnish: chili flakes or chili oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Aromatic Base: Heat sesame oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add sliced onion, smashed garlic, and ginger. Sauté for about 5 minutes until aromatic and slightly golden, releasing the flavors into the oil.
- Simmer the Broth: Pour in the broth and bring it to a boil. Then reduce the heat to a simmer and cook uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes, allowing the garlic, ginger, and onion to infuse the broth with rich flavor.
- Season and Strain (Optional): Add soy sauce and rice vinegar, if using, then season with salt to taste. If you prefer a clear broth, strain out the solids, or leave them in for a more robust flavor.
- Cook the Rice Noodles: While the broth simmers, cook the rice noodles according to the package instructions. After cooking, drain and rinse them with cool water to prevent sticking.
- Assemble the Bowls: Divide the cooked noodles into serving bowls. Add fresh baby spinach or bok choy, julienned carrots, green onions, and your choice of optional protein such as shredded chicken, tofu, or soft-boiled egg.
- Serve with Broth and Garnishes: Ladle the hot ginger garlic broth over the noodles and toppings. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges and optional chili flakes or chili oil on the side for added heat and brightness.
Notes
- You can substitute vegetable broth for chicken broth to make this dish vegetarian.
- Adjust the amount of garlic and ginger to your preference for a milder or stronger flavor.
- Adding rice vinegar is optional but provides a nice subtle tang that brightens the broth.
- This soup is excellent for soothing colds or boosting immunity due to its warming ingredients.
- Leftover broth can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Keywords: ginger garlic broth, rice noodles, bok choy, immune boosting soup, healthy Asian soup, easy noodle soup recipe, homemade broth
