Simply Comfort Food: Maki Mi (Thick Pork Noodle Soup)

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned chicken

Tofu is lower in calories and provides a plant-based protein option.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Chicken breast is leaner and canned tuna is often more affordable.

egg noodles

🥗Healthier: zucchini noodles

💰Cheaper: spaghetti

Zucchini noodles are lower in carbs and calories, while spaghetti is a cost-effective alternative.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce is lower in calories and salt is a basic pantry item.

Boil water in a large pot over high heat.

Add egg noodles and cook until tender, about 4-5 minutes.

Drain the noodles and set aside.

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

Add chicken, pork, and shrimp, cooking until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in carrots and cabbage, cooking until tender, about 3-4 minutes.

Add cooked noodles to the skillet with the meat and vegetables.

Pour in soy sauce and fish sauce, stirring to combine.

Season with pepper to taste and stir in green onions.

Simmer for 2-3 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Drizzle with sesame oil before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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