Gluten-Free Spicy Noodle Soup

This Gluten-Free Spicy Noodle Soup is a vibrant and aromatic dish that brings the bold flavors of Chinese midnight cuisine to your table. Infused with a spicy broth and topped with fresh herbs and vegetables, it's perfect for a late-night comfort meal.

Ingredients

• Gluten-free rice noodles - 100g
• Chicken or vegetable broth - 500ml
• Fresh ginger - 1 inch, grated
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Red chili flakes - 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste)
• Soy sauce (gluten-free) - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Mushrooms (shiitake or oyster) - 100g, sliced
• Carrot - 1 small, julienned
• Baby spinach - 50g
• Cilantro - a handful, chopped
• Lime - 1, cut into wedges

Steps

1. Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the gluten-free rice noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a separate pot, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and add red chili flakes and soy sauce. Bring the broth to a gentle boil.
4. Add the sliced mushrooms and julienned carrots to the broth. Cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
5. Stir in the baby spinach and cook for an additional minute until wilted.
6. Divide the cooked rice noodles into two bowls. Ladle the hot spicy broth and vegetables over the noodles.
7. Garnish with chopped green onions and cilantro. Serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the soup.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 900 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 fresh vegetables and spices.
• Supports digestion with ginger and garlic.
• Gluten-free for those with sensitivities.

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