Warm up with a bowl of Chinese Glass Noodle Soup! This delicious and comforting soup is made with clear chicken broth, delicate glass noodles, tender pieces of chicken, and a medley of vegetables. It's the perfect dish for a satisfying meal. Get ready to enjoy the flavors of Chinese cuisine in the comfort of your own home.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 4 ounces glass noodles
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 1 cup snow peas
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Directions
- Start by slicing the chicken breasts into thin strips. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a large pot, heat some oil over medium heat. Add the chicken strips and cook until they are browned and cooked through. Remove from the pot and set aside.
- In the same pot, add the minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for a minute until fragrant.
- Add the chicken broth, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil to the pot. Bring to a boil.
- Once the broth is boiling, add the glass noodles, carrots, and snow peas. Cook for about 5 minutes until the noodles are tender.
- Return the cooked chicken to the pot and stir well. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the Chinese Glass Noodle Soup hot, garnished with sliced green onions and fresh cilantro.
Interesting Facts
Glass noodles are often made from mung bean starch or sweet potato starch.
These transparent noodles are also known as cellophane noodles or bean threads.
Chinese Glass Noodle Soup is a popular dish in many East Asian countries, including China, Japan, and Thailand.