Mian Xian

Mian Xian is a comforting and savory noodle soup made with spiralized zucchini, aromatic spices, and tender chicken, perfect for a paleo-friendly breakfast. This dish is both nourishing and satisfying, offering a delightful start to your day.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 2 medium, spiralized
• Chicken breast - 200 grams, thinly sliced
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 inch, minced
• Coconut aminos - 2 tablespoons
• Chicken broth - 500 ml (unsweetened)
• Green onions - 2 stalks, chopped
• Eggs - 2, beaten
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh cilantro - for garnish

Steps

1. In a large pot, heat sesame oil over medium heat and sauté minced garlic and ginger until fragrant, about 1 minute.
2. Add the sliced chicken breast to the pot and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
4. Add the spiralized zucchini and coconut aminos to the pot. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the zucchini is tender.
5. Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste.
6. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and slowly drizzle them into the simmering soup while stirring gently to create egg ribbons.
7. Remove from heat and stir in chopped green onions.
8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 180 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, promoting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from zucchini and garlic, supporting overall health.

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