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Healing Ginger Garlic Broth with Rice Noodles for Comfort and Wellness

A comforting gluten-free ginger garlic broth that nourishes the body and spirit.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Broth
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil or avocado/olive oil
  • 1 medium onion sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic smashed
  • 1 thumb-sized piece fresh ginger peeled and sliced
  • 6 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth for a plant-based option use vegetable broth
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce or coconut aminos/tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar optional
For the Noodles and Veggies
  • 8 ounces rice noodles gluten-free
  • 1 cup baby spinach or bok choy washed and chopped
  • 1 medium carrot sliced
  • 3 stalks green onions optional, chopped
  • 1 handful fresh cilantro optional, for garnish
  • 1 lime lime wedges for serving
Optional Add-ins
  • protein shredded chicken, tofu, or soft-boiled eggs
  • optional garnish chili flakes or chili oil

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat sesame oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add sliced onion, smashed garlic cloves, and sliced fresh ginger. Sauté for about 5 minutes until fragrant and caramelized.
  2. Pour in low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 10 minutes.
  3. Simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes, allowing ginger and garlic to infuse into the broth. The broth should deepen in color.
  4. Stir in soy sauce and rice vinegar (if using). Adjust seasoning with salt as needed and strain solids if desired.
  5. Cook rice noodles according to package instructions, then drain and rinse. Prepare greens and protein as desired.
  6. In serving bowls, place cooked noodles, greens, and protein, then ladle the broth over the top. Garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 8gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Fresh ingredients enhance flavor; avoid dried substitutes. Store noodles separately from broth to maintain texture. Consider adding chili oil or flakes for a spicy kick.

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