Chicken Noodle Soup with Tofu
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4-6
Difficulty Level: Easy
Ingredients:
- 8 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded or diced (or use tofu for a vegetarian version)
- 1 cup firm tofu, cubed (if making it vegetarian)
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 2 cups egg noodles (or rice noodles for a gluten-free option)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Prepare Vegetables:
- Slice carrots and celery, chop the onion, mince the garlic, and grate the ginger.
- Sauté Aromatics:
- In a large pot, heat a bit of oil over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion until softened. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add Broth:
- Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, bringing it to a simmer.
- Add Vegetables:
- Add sliced carrots and celery to the simmering broth. Cook for about 10-15 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
- Cook Noodles:
- Meanwhile, in a separate pot, cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Add Chicken or Tofu:
- If using chicken, add the cooked and shredded or diced chicken to the pot. If making it vegetarian, add the cubed tofu.
- Season the Soup:
- Season the soup with soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper. Adjust the seasoning according to your taste.
- Combine Noodles and Soup:
- Add the cooked noodles to the soup, ensuring they are well combined.
- Simmer and Serve:
- Allow the soup to simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Garnish with fresh parsley or green onions if desired.
- Enjoy Your Chicken Noodle Soup with Tofu!
- Ladle the warm and comforting soup into bowls and serve. Perfect for a cozy meal!
Note:
- Feel free to add other vegetables such as spinach or bok choy for extra nutrition.
- Adjust the spice level by adding a pinch of red pepper flakes if you like it a bit spicy.
- For a gluten-free version, use rice noodles instead of egg noodles.
