Healing Ginger Garlic Broth Noodles (Print Version)
Soothing aromatic broth with ginger, garlic, and tender rice noodles for cozy comfort
# What You'll Need:
→ Broth Base
01 - 8 cups vegetable broth, gluten-free recommended
02 - 2-inch piece fresh ginger, sliced
03 - 6 garlic cloves, smashed
04 - 2 green onions, chopped
05 - 1 tablespoon tamari or soy sauce
06 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
07 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
08 - 1 teaspoon sea salt
09 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Noodles & Vegetables
10 - 8 oz dried rice noodles
11 - 1 cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced
12 - 1 cup baby spinach
13 - 1 medium carrot, julienned
→ Garnish
14 - 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
15 - 1/2 cup fresh basil or Thai basil, torn
16 - 1 lime, cut into wedges
17 - Optional: sliced red chili, extra green onions, sesame seeds
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - Heat sesame oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add sliced ginger, smashed garlic, and chopped green onions. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden.
02 - Pour vegetable broth into the pot. Stir in tamari, rice vinegar, sea salt, and black pepper. Bring mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to dissolve seasonings.
03 - Add sliced shiitake mushrooms and julienned carrots to the simmering broth. Cook for 10-15 minutes until vegetables are tender and flavors have melded together.
04 - While broth simmers, cook rice noodles according to package directions. Drain thoroughly in a strainer and set aside, tossing lightly to prevent sticking.
05 - Add baby spinach to the broth and cook for 1-2 minutes until just wilted but still vibrant. Taste broth and adjust seasoning with additional salt or tamari if needed.
06 - Divide cooked rice noodles among four serving bowls. Ladle hot broth and vegetables evenly over the noodles, ensuring each bowl receives plenty of mushrooms and carrots.
07 - Top each bowl generously with fresh cilantro, basil leaves, and lime wedges. Add optional sliced red chili, extra green onions, or sesame seeds as desired. Serve immediately while hot.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- It comes together in under 40 minutes but tastes like it simmered all day
- The ginger and garlic combo actually seems to ward off whatever is going around
02 -
- The longer you simmer the ginger and garlic the more therapeutic the broth becomes
- Rice noodles soak up liquid fast so serve immediately or they will become mushy
03 -
- Use a vegetable peeler to slice the ginger into thin ribbons for easier eating
- Let the broth cool slightly before adding the spinach so it stays vibrant green