Best Easy Spicy Sour Noodle Soup Recipe

Wheat noodles swim in a tangy, fiery broth of vinegar and chili that awakens the palate. This bold soup is low calorie and can be customized with protein for a satisfying family meal.

Cook 30 min Difficulty NORMAL 295 kcal
#vegetarian #diabetic friendly
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • wheat noodles 8 oz
  • vegetable broth 6 cups
  • shiitake mushrooms 6 pieces
  • carrot 1 medium
  • baby bok choy 2 pieces
  • scallions 3 stalks
Seasonings/Sauce
  • rice vinegar 3 tbsp
  • chili oil 2 tbsp
  • soy sauce 2 tbsp
  • sugar 1 tsp
  • garlic 2 cloves
  • white pepper 0.5 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 46 g 62%
Protein 9 g 12%
Fat 7 g 21%
Serving size 400g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Thinly slice the shiitake mushrooms, julienne the carrot, and cut the baby bok choy into quarters. Finely chop the scallions and garlic for later use.

  2. 2

    In a large pot over medium heat, add a teaspoon of chili oil and sauté the garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to brown.

  3. 3

    Add mushrooms, carrot, and bok choy to the pot. Stir-fry for 2 minutes to soften the vegetables slightly.

  4. 4

    Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, lower the heat and simmer for 10 minutes.

  5. 5

    Add rice vinegar, the remaining chili oil, soy sauce, sugar, and white pepper. Stir well to combine and simmer for another 3 minutes.

  6. 6

    Meanwhile, cook wheat noodles in a separate pot according to package instructions until just al dente; drain and rinse under cold water to prevent sticking.

  7. 7

    Divide cooked noodles among 4 serving bowls. Ladle the hot, tangy broth and vegetables over the noodles.

  8. 8

    Garnish each bowl with scallions and a drizzle of extra chili oil if more heat is desired. Serve immediately while steaming hot.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this Spicy Sour Noodle Soup recipe?
The wheat noodles and the balance of rice vinegar and chili oil are the key ingredients, providing the signature chewy texture and bold, tangy-heat profile that defines this soup.
Q. How should I control the heat for best flavor in this recipe?
For optimal flavor, sauté the garlic over medium heat briefly without browning, then add chili oil and spices after simmering the broth so the heat level can be fine-tuned and remains vibrant.
Q. How do I prevent the noodles from overcooking or sticking?
Cook the wheat noodles separately just until al dente, then rinse under cold water to stop further cooking and prevent sticking before adding them to the bowls.
Q. How many calories and how is the nutrition profile per serving?
Each serving contains 295 kcal, with 46g carbohydrates (62% of calories), 9g protein (12%), and 7g fat (21%), making it a balanced, low-calorie soup suitable for light meals.
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