HOW TO COOK CHINESE CABBAGE SOUP | BREAKFAST RECIPE IDEA

tofu

🥗Healthier: edamame

💰Cheaper: cooked chickpeas

Edamame is a great plant-based protein alternative.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: homemade broth

Homemade broth can be made from scraps, reducing waste.

Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add minced garlic and ginger; sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add sliced carrots and mushrooms; cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Pour in chicken broth and water; bring to a boil.

Add chopped napa cabbage; reduce heat and simmer for 5-7 minutes until tender.

Stir in soy sauce and sesame oil; season with salt and pepper to taste.

In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with a little water to create a slurry.

Slowly add the slurry to the soup while stirring to thicken slightly.

Add cubed tofu and simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.

Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.

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