Easy Quiapo-Style Sotanghon Soup Recipe | Filipino Noodle Soup with Annatto & Chicken-Pork Broth

sotanghon noodles

🥗Healthier: zucchini noodles

💰Cheaper: rice noodles

Zucchini noodles reduce carbs while maintaining a similar texture.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned chicken

Tofu is a lower-calorie protein option.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce offers a similar umami flavor.

bok choy

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Spinach provides similar nutrients and flavor.

Soak sotanghon noodles in warm water until softened, about 15 minutes.

In a large pot, boil water and add chicken pieces.

Simmer chicken for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.

Remove chicken, shred the meat, and set aside.

In the same pot, sauté onion, garlic, and ginger until fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.

Add shredded chicken back to the pot along with the broth.

Stir in carrots, soy sauce, and fish sauce; simmer for 10 minutes.

Add soaked sotanghon noodles and cook for 5-7 minutes until tender.

Incorporate bok choy and cabbage; cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.

Season with black pepper, salt, and lemon juice to taste.

Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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