Asian Chicken-Meatball & Rice Noodle Soup

May 19, 2023May 19, 20230 1
Delicious and comforting Asian Chicken-Meatball & Rice Noodle Soup recipe
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Prep

30 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 scallions , divided
4 large garlic cloves , minced
1 1/4 inches fresh ginger , minced
1 large egg , beaten
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon five-spice powder
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 lb ground chicken
1/2 lb ground pork
1 cup plain breadcrumbs
12 cups frankie 's chicken stock
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 whole star anise
4 dried shiitake mushrooms
3 medium carrots , sliced
3 baby bok choy , quartered lenghtwise
8 ounces thin rice sticks

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
364
Sugar
3g
Fat
20g
Asian Chicken-Meatball & Rice Noodle Soup is a popular comfort food across Asia, with various regional variations. This recipe combines the savory and aromatic flavors of the meatballs, with the slightly sweet crunch of the carrots and the tender bite of the bok choy. The thin rice noodles add a filling element to the dish, without making it too heavy or calorie-dense. This soup is perfect for cold days or when you need a warm and comforting meal.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, combine half of the scallions, garlic, ginger, egg, soy sauce, sesame oil, five-spice powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
2.Add in the ground chicken and pork, and breadcrumbs. Mix until well combined.
3.Roll into meatballs, about 1-inch in size.
4.In a large pot, bring the chicken stock to a simmer. Add in the garlic powder, ground ginger, star anise, and shiitake mushrooms. Simmer for 10 minutes.
5.Add in the sliced carrots and bok choy, and simmer for another 10 minutes.
6.Add in the rice noodles and meatballs. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, until meatballs are cooked through and noodles are tender.
7.Divide into bowls, and garnish with remaining scallions.

PROS

This soup is incredibly flavorful and comforting.

The combination of chicken and pork meatballs with veggies and rice noodles make for a filling and satisfying meal.

The ingredients are easy to find in most grocery stores.

CONS

The recipe requires a bit of prep work, like mincing and slicing the vegetables and meat.

The rice noodles could be a bit messy to handle.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This soup is packed with protein from the chicken and pork meatballs, and nutrients from the veggies like carrots and bok choy.
Garlic and ginger have anti-inflammatory properties, and are great for boosting the immune system.
Shiitake mushrooms are a good source of B vitamins and fiber, as well as being high in antioxidants.

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