Name: Easy Hearty Noodle Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 1 serving noodles; 1/2 tbsp minced garlic; 1 tbsp diced green onions; 1/2 tsp sugar; 1.5 tbsp neutral oil; 2 tbsp light soy sauce; 1 tbsp oyster sauce; 1 tbsp tahini or peanut butter; 1 tsp chicken bouillon; 1 tsp chili oil; 1 cup milk; 1 egg; Extra green onions for garnish; Extra chili oil for garnish

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This Easy Hearty Noodle Soup is warm, creamy, savory, and ready in just 15 minutes. I like making it when I want something cozy and filling without spending much time in the kitchen.

Easy Hearty Noodle Soup

Ingredients

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1 serving noodles

½ tablespoon minced garlic

1 tablespoon diced green onions

½ teaspoon sugar

1.5 tablespoon neutral oil

2 tablespoon light soy sauce

1 tablespoon oyster sauce

1 tablespoon tahini or peanut butter

1 teaspoon chicken bouillon

1 teaspoon chili oil

1 cup milk

1 egg

Extra green onions for garnish

Extra chili oil for garnish

Directions

I cook the noodles according to the package instructions, then drain them and set them aside.

I add the diced green onions, minced garlic, and sugar to a serving bowl.

I heat the neutral oil until very hot, then carefully pour it over the garlic and green onion mixture to release the aroma.

I add the light soy sauce, oyster sauce, tahini or peanut butter, chicken bouillon, and chili oil, then stir everything well.

I heat the milk until hot, pour it into the bowl, and mix until the broth is smooth and combined.

I add the cooked noodles to the creamy broth.

I top the soup with the egg, extra green onions, and a little more chili oil. I serve it immediately while it is hot and comforting.

Servings and Timing

This recipe makes 1 serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cooking Time: 0 minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes

Calories: about 580 kcal

Variations

I sometimes use peanut butter for a nuttier flavor or tahini for a smoother, slightly earthy taste. I also like adding cooked chicken, tofu, mushrooms, spinach, or bok choy when I want the bowl to feel even heartier.

Storage/Reheating

I prefer serving this soup fresh because the noodles can soften as they sit. When I have leftovers, I store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 day. I reheat the soup gently on the stove or in the microwave, adding a splash of milk if the broth becomes too thick.

FAQs

Can I use any type of noodles?

Yes, I can use ramen noodles, wheat noodles, rice noodles, or any quick-cooking noodles I have on hand.

Can I make this soup less spicy?

Yes, I reduce the chili oil or skip the extra chili oil garnish when I want a milder bowl.

Can I use peanut butter instead of tahini?

Yes, I use peanut butter when I want a richer, nuttier flavor.

Can I make this without oyster sauce?

Yes, I can replace it with extra soy sauce, a little hoisin sauce, or a vegetarian mushroom sauce.

What kind of egg works best?

I like using a soft-boiled, fried, or poached egg, depending on what I already have ready.

Conclusion

This Easy Hearty Noodle Soup is creamy, savory, quick, and deeply comforting. I love how it turns simple ingredients into a satisfying one-bowl meal in just 15 minutes.

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Author: Cheryl
Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: 1 serving
Diet: Halal

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Description

This easy hearty noodle soup is creamy, savory, and comforting, made with simple pantry ingredients in just 15 minutes. A rich, flavorful broth with noodles and egg makes it a quick and satisfying meal.

Instructions

Cook the noodles according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
In a serving bowl, add diced green onions, minced garlic, and sugar.
Heat the neutral oil until very hot, then carefully pour it over the garlic and green onion mixture to release aroma.
Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, tahini or peanut butter, chicken bouillon, and chili oil. Stir well to combine.
Heat the milk until hot, then pour it into the bowl and mix until the broth is smooth and creamy.
Add the cooked noodles to the broth and stir gently.
Top with the egg, extra green onions, and chili oil as desired. Serve immediately.