Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will transport your taste buds straight to the vibrant streets of Asia! This Lemongrass Soup Noodles Greens recipe is not just a meal—it's a symphony of flavors that will awaken your senses and chase away any hint of hunger or culinary boredom. With its aromatic lemongrass, tender rice noodles, and fresh greens, this soup promises to be your new go-to comfort dish that's both incredibly delicious and surprisingly easy to prepare.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 stalk lemongrass, chopped
- 1 inch ginger, sliced
- 2 cups rice noodles
- 1 cup spinach
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by washing and chopping: slice lemongrass, ginger, mushrooms, and chop cilantro for garnish.
- In a large pot, combine vegetable broth, chopped lemongrass, and sliced ginger. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat and let the broth infuse with aromatic flavors for 10 minutes.
- Strain the broth to remove lemongrass and ginger pieces, returning the infused liquid back to the pot.
- Add sliced mushrooms to the broth and cook for 3-4 minutes until they start to soften.
- Pour in soy sauce and bring the broth back to a gentle simmer.
- Add rice noodles and cook for 4-5 minutes or until they become tender, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Stir in fresh spinach and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the spinach wilts.
- Remove from heat and add fresh lime juice, stirring to incorporate.
- Ladle the soup into serving bowls and garnish generously with fresh cilantro.
- Serve hot and enjoy the aromatic, flavorful soup immediately.
Tips
- Lemongrass Preparation: To maximize flavor, bruise the lemongrass stalk by gently crushing it with the back of a knife before chopping. This helps release more essential oils and intensifies the aromatic profile.
- Broth Infusion: Take your time when infusing the broth with lemongrass and ginger. The longer it simmers, the more depth of flavor you'll achieve.
- Noodle Tip: Rinse rice noodles in cold water before cooking to prevent them from becoming sticky and clumping together.
- Freshness Matters: Use the freshest ingredients possible, especially for the spinach and cilantro garnish, to enhance the soup's overall taste and nutritional value.
- Customize Your Soup: Feel free to add protein like tofu, chicken, or shrimp if you want to make the dish more substantial.
- Serving Suggestion: Serve immediately after cooking to enjoy the optimal texture of noodles and the vibrant colors of the greens.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 220kcal
Carbohydrates: 38g
Protein: 6g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
