Easy Ginger Garlic Broth with Rice Noodles Recipe
Easy Ginger Garlic Broth with Rice Noodles is a comforting, better-than-takeout soup that’s ready in just 20 minutes. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to the perfect balance of ginger and garlic. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Chilled Cucumber Avocado Soup with Fresh Dill and Quick Zucchini Noodles with Pesto and Grilled Shrimp.
Why This Easy Ginger Garlic Broth with Rice Noodles Recipe Is Pure Comfort
- Warm and comforting
- Packed with flavor
- Better than takeout
- Ready in 20 minutes
What You'll Need for Easy Ginger Garlic Broth with Rice Noodles Recipe
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Rice Noodles
- Ginger
- Garlic
- Chicken Broth
- Green Onions
- Soy Sauce
- Sesame Oil
- Red Pepper Flakes
- Salt
- Pepper
- Optional: Soft-Boiled Egg
- Optional: Crispy Fried Onions
- Optional: Cilantro
- Optional: Lime Wedges
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Rice Noodles: Use thin rice noodles for this recipe.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Immersion Blender — Ensures a smooth broth. → See on Amazon
- Stainless Steel Wok — Even heat distribution for cooking noodles. → See on Amazon
How to Make Easy Ginger Garlic Broth with Rice Noodles Recipe
- Step 1: Soak rice noodles in hot water for 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Step 2: In a large pot, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Add ginger and garlic, cook until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add chicken broth, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil.
- Step 4: Add rice noodles, cook until tender. Season with salt and pepper.
- Step 5: Ladle into bowls, top with green onions and your choice of toppings.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Ginger Garlic Broth with Rice Noodles Recipe
- : For a smoother broth, blend half of the soup with an immersion blender before serving.
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overcook the noodles to prevent them from becoming mushy. Cook them separately if needed.
- : Add more red pepper flakes for a spicier broth.
Storing & Reheating Easy Ginger Garlic Broth with Rice Noodles Recipe
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Make-ahead tip: The broth can be made ahead of time and reheated with fresh noodles.
Freezing Easy Ginger Garlic Broth with Rice Noodles Recipe
Not recommended for freezing.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop until warmed through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop until warmed through.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: Add a splash of fish sauce for extra umami flavor.
- Best substitution: Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
- Make-ahead: The broth can be made ahead of time and reheated with fresh noodles.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled.
- Troubleshooting: If the broth is too strong, add more chicken broth or water to dilute it.
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Easy Ginger Garlic Broth with Rice Noodles Recipe
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Rice Noodles
- Ginger
- Garlic
- Chicken Broth
- Green Onions
Seasonings
- Soy Sauce
- Sesame Oil
- Red Pepper Flakes
- Salt
- Pepper
Optional Toppings
- Soft-Boiled Egg
- Crispy Fried Onions
- Cilantro
- Lime Wedges
Instructions
- Step 1: Soak rice noodles in hot water for 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Step 2: In a large pot, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Add ginger and garlic, cook until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add chicken broth, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil.
- Step 4: Add rice noodles, cook until tender. Season with salt and pepper.
- Step 5: Ladle into bowls, top with green onions and your choice of toppings.
Notes
- Chef tip: Add a splash of fish sauce for extra umami flavor.
- Best substitution: Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
- Make-ahead: The broth can be made ahead of time and reheated with fresh noodles.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled.
- Troubleshooting: If the broth is too strong, add more chicken broth or water to dilute it.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Not recommended for freezing.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop until warmed through.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop until warmed through.
- Make ahead: The broth can be made ahead of time and reheated with fresh noodles.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 350
- Protein: 10g
- Fat: 10g
- Carbs: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 1800mg
- Cholesterol: 5mg
- Sat. Fat: 1.5g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Ginger Garlic Broth with Rice Noodles Recipe FAQs
Yes, the broth can be made ahead of time and reheated with fresh noodles.
Overcooking the ginger and garlic can make the broth bitter. Make sure to cook them just until fragrant.
Yes, using beef broth will give the soup a different flavor profile.
Yes, this recipe is gluten-free as long as you use gluten-free soy sauce or tamari.
Yes, adding vegetables like bok choy, carrots, or cabbage can make this soup even more hearty.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Ginger Garlic Broth with Rice Noodles Recipe and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
