Radish Noodle Soup

Radish Noodle Soup is a delightful low-carb alternative to traditional noodle soups, featuring thinly sliced radishes that mimic the texture of noodles, combined with a savory broth and fresh vegetables. This dish is not only satisfying but also packed with flavor and health benefits.

Ingredients

• Daikon radish - 300 grams
• Chicken broth - 500 milliliters
• Green onions - 2 stalks
• Garlic - 2 cloves
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Mushrooms (shiitake or button) - 100 grams, sliced
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Spinach - 50 grams
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste
• Chili flakes - optional, to taste

Steps

1. Peel the daikon radish and slice it thinly with a mandolin or knife to create noodle-like strips.
2. In a pot, heat the sesame oil over medium heat and add minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing until fragrant.
3. Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a simmer.
4. Add the sliced mushrooms and julienned carrot to the broth, cooking for about 5 minutes until softened.
5. Stir in the soy sauce, and then add the radish noodles to the broth, cooking for another 5-7 minutes until the radish is tender.
6. In the last minute of cooking, add the spinach and sliced green onions to the pot.
7. Season with salt, pepper, and optional chili flakes to taste before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 5 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from vegetables like spinach and radish.

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