Aromatic Ginger Garlic Chicken Noodle Soup
A comforting and flavorful chicken noodle soup infused with ginger and garlic, perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 6 cloves garlic, thinly sliced Opt for fresh garlic for better flavor.
- 1 piece ginger (3 inches), peeled and finely chopped
- 1 bundle scallions (6 to 8 oz), thinly sliced, divided into whites and greens
- 4 tsp kosher salt
- to taste freshly ground black or white pepper
- 10 cups water
- 8 oz dried ramen noodles or dried curly noodles
- 1 cup carrot, cut into thin matchsticks
- ¼ cup black rice vinegar
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- to taste crispy chili oil
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by gathering all your ingredients.
- Slice the garlic, chop the ginger, and cut the scallions, dividing the white parts from the green.
Cooking the Soup Base
- In a large pot, add the water and bring it to a boil.
- Once boiling, add the chicken thighs, garlic, ginger, scallion whites, salt, and pepper. Cover and allow to simmer on medium heat for about 25 minutes.
Shredding the Chicken
- After the chicken is cooked through, remove it from the pot and let it cool for a few minutes.
- Shred the chicken using two forks and set aside.
Adding Carrots and Noodles
- Add the matchstick carrots to the pot and cook for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Add the dried noodles and cook according to package instructions, usually around 5-7 minutes.
Mixing in Sauces
- Once the noodles are cooked, reduce the heat and mix in the black rice vinegar, soy sauce, and toasted sesame oil. Stir to combine.
Final Steps
- Return the shredded chicken to the pot, stirring to combine evenly and warming for another 5 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Serving
- Ladle the soup into bowls, garnishing with the green parts of the scallions.
- A splash of crispy chili oil can enhance the dish beautifully.
Notes
This soup is versatile and can be customized with additional vegetables or different noodles. It's perfect for meal prepping.