Vietnamese Silver Noodle Chicken Soup (Miến Gà)

silver noodles

🥗Healthier: zucchini noodles

💰Cheaper: rice noodles

Zucchini noodles are lower in carbs, while rice noodles are more accessible.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned chicken

Tofu offers a plant-based option, while canned chicken is budget-friendly.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce is a gluten-free alternative, and salt is a basic substitute.

peanuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: cashews

Sunflower seeds are nut-free, while cashews are often less expensive.

Stuff the cleaned chicken with an onion and green onions.

Place the chicken into boiling water.

Add bruised shallots, onions, and ginger to the boiling water.

Cook the chicken for about 25 to 30 minutes, removing foam for a clear broth.

Add rock sugar, salt, and chicken seasoning to the pot while the chicken cooks.

Prepare the silver noodles separately while the chicken is cooking.

Once the chicken is cooked, let it cool down and shred it.

Chop green onions and cilantro for garnishing.

In a bowl, add silver noodles, Vietnamese herbs, green onions, and cilantro.

Ladle the soup over the noodles and top with crushed peppercorn.

Serve with a side of lemon and salt for dipping.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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