Vegan Hot and Sour Noodle Soup

Vegan Hot and Sour Noodle Soup is a delightful blend of spicy, tangy, and savory flavors, perfect for a comforting meal. This nutritious soup features chewy noodles, vibrant vegetables, and a zesty broth that will warm your soul.

Ingredients

• Rice noodles - 100 grams
• Vegetable broth - 500 milliliters
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Rice vinegar - 2 tablespoons
• Chili paste - 1 tablespoon
• Tofu (firm) - 100 grams, diced
• Mushrooms (shiitake or button) - 100 grams, sliced
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Bell pepper (red or green) - 1 medium, sliced
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 inch, grated
• Cornstarch - 1 tablespoon (optional, for thickening)
• Water - 200 milliliters
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh cilantro - for garnish

Steps

1. Soak the rice noodles in warm water for about 10 minutes until softened, then drain and set aside.
2. In a pot, heat the sesame oil over medium heat, then add the minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add the sliced mushrooms, carrot, and bell pepper to the pot and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Pour in the vegetable broth, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and chili paste. Bring to a simmer and cook for an additional 10 minutes.
5. Add the diced tofu and simmer for another 5 minutes.
6. If a thicker broth is desired, mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry, then stir it into the soup and cook for an additional 2 minutes until thickened.
7. Stir in the softened rice noodles and cook for another 2 minutes to heat through.
8. Season with black pepper to taste, and garnish with chopped green onions and fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from tofu.
• Contains a variety of vegetables, providing essential vitamins and minerals.

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