Chaozhou Rice Noodles

Chaozhou Rice Noodles are a delightful and comforting breakfast dish, featuring silky rice noodles served in a fragrant broth and topped with fresh herbs and savory ingredients. This dairy-free dish is both nourishing and satisfying, perfect for starting your day on a flavorful note.

Ingredients

• Rice noodles - 200 grams
• Vegetable broth - 500 milliliters
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 inch, sliced
• Spring onions - 2, chopped
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Mushrooms (shiitake or enoki) - 100 grams, sliced
• Bok choy - 100 grams, chopped
• Cilantro - a handful, for garnish
• Red chili - 1, sliced (optional)

Steps

1. Soak the rice noodles in warm water for about 20 minutes or until they become soft, then drain and set aside.
2. In a pot, heat the vegetable broth over medium heat and add minced garlic and ginger. Allow it to simmer for 5 minutes to infuse the flavors.
3. Add the sliced mushrooms and bok choy to the broth, cooking for another 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
4. Stir in the soy sauce and sesame oil, mixing well to combine.
5. Add the soaked rice noodles to the broth and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
6. Remove from heat and ladle the noodles and broth into bowls.
7. Garnish with chopped spring onions, cilantro, and sliced red chili if desired. Serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from garlic and ginger, promoting overall health.
• Contains vegetables that provide essential vitamins and minerals.
• Low in cholesterol, making it heart-healthy.

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