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Japanese Glass Noodle Soup – Light, Flavorful, and Fast

Japanese Glass Noodle Soup in rustic bowl
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Japanese Glass Noodle Soup is a light, aromatic, and deeply comforting dish featuring soft glass noodles, fresh vegetables, and an umami-rich broth. It’s a quick and healthy recipe perfect for lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon mirin
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1–2 teaspoons grated ginger
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 100g glass noodles (harusame)
  • 1 small carrot, julienned
  • 1/2 cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced
  • 1/2 cup bok choy or spinach, chopped
  • 1/4 cup scallions, chopped
  • 1/4 cup baby corn (optional)
  • Optional garnishes:
  • Fresh cilantro or parsley
  • Sesame seeds
  • Sliced chili (optional)

Instructions

1. In a medium pot, bring the vegetable or chicken broth to a simmer over medium heat.

2. Stir in soy sauce, mirin, rice vinegar, sesame oil, grated ginger, and minced garlic. Let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes to develop flavor.

3. While the broth simmers, soak glass noodles in a bowl of hot water for 5–7 minutes or until softened. Drain and set aside.

4. Prepare the vegetables: julienne the carrot, slice the mushrooms, chop the bok choy or spinach, and slice the scallions.

5. Add carrots, mushrooms, and baby corn (if using) to the simmering broth. Cook for 3–4 minutes until vegetables are tender.

6. Stir in the bok choy or spinach and cook for 1–2 more minutes until wilted.

7. Add the soaked glass noodles to the pot and simmer for another 2–3 minutes to heat through.

8. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped scallions, fresh cilantro, sesame seeds, and sliced chili if desired.

9. Serve hot and enjoy.

Notes

For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth and omit optional toppings like egg or fish sauce.

Glass noodles absorb flavor quickly, so avoid overcooking once added.

Leftover soup can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days, though noodles may soften further.

Add tofu or shredded chicken for extra protein if desired.

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