Easy Ginger Garlic Broth with Rice Noodles
This Easy Ginger Garlic Broth is your new go-to comfort food. After making it countless times, I’ve perfected the balance of ginger and garlic for a broth that’s better than takeout. Jump to the recipe or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Fresh Green Bean and Tomato Salad and Easy Mango Glazed Chicken.
Why This Easy Ginger Garlic Broth with Rice Noodles Is Pure Comfort
- It's ready in just 20 minutes
- Packed with fragrant ginger and garlic
- Customize it with your favorite veggies or proteins
- Better than takeout and freezes well
What You'll Need for Easy Ginger Garlic Broth with Rice Noodles
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Ginger
- Garlic
- Rice Noodles
- Chicken Broth
- Soy Sauce
- Green Onions
- Sesame Oil
- Red Pepper Flakes
- Optional: Soft-Boiled Egg
- Optional: Chopped Peanuts
- Optional: Cilantro
đź“ť Ingredient Notes
- Ginger: Use fresh ginger for the best flavor. You'll need about a 2-inch piece.
- Chicken Broth: You can use vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
đź›’ Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Immersion Blender — Makes blending the broth smooth and easy → See on Amazon
- Wok — Perfect for cooking the noodles and broth together → See on Amazon
How to Make Easy Ginger Garlic Broth with Rice Noodles
- Step 1: Sauté ginger, garlic, and green onions in sesame oil until fragrant.
- Step 2: Add chicken broth, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Step 3: Add rice noodles and cook until tender. Blend the soup until smooth (optional).
- Step 4: Serve with your choice of toppings.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Ginger Garlic Broth with Rice Noodles
- : For a spicier broth, add more red pepper flakes or a dash of Sriracha.
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overcook the noodles. They can become mushy. Cook them just until tender.
- : To make it ahead, cook the noodles separately and add them to the broth just before serving.
Storing & Reheating Easy Ginger Garlic Broth with Rice Noodles
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days. Make-ahead tip: The broth can be made ahead and reheated when ready to serve.
Freezing Easy Ginger Garlic Broth with Rice Noodles
Freeze the broth for up to 3 months. Thaw and reheat before adding noodles.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Microwave: Reheat in the microwave until hot.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth and add tofu or mushrooms for protein.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the rice noodles with any type of noodle you prefer.
- Make-ahead: The broth can be made ahead and reheated when ready to serve.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve more people.
- Troubleshooting: If the broth becomes too thick, thin it out with a little water or broth.
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Easy Ginger Garlic Broth with Rice Noodles
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Ginger
- Garlic
- Rice Noodles
- Chicken Broth
- Soy Sauce
Seasonings
- Green Onions
- Sesame Oil
- Red Pepper Flakes
Optional Toppings
- Soft-Boiled Egg
- Chopped Peanuts
- Cilantro
Instructions
- Step 1: Sauté ginger, garlic, and green onions in sesame oil until fragrant.
- Step 2: Add chicken broth, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Step 3: Add rice noodles and cook until tender. Blend the soup until smooth (optional).
- Step 4: Serve with your choice of toppings.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth and add tofu or mushrooms for protein.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the rice noodles with any type of noodle you prefer.
- Make-ahead: The broth can be made ahead and reheated when ready to serve.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve more people.
- Troubleshooting: If the broth becomes too thick, thin it out with a little water or broth.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Freeze the broth for up to 3 months. Thaw and reheat before adding noodles.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave until hot.
- Make ahead: The broth can be made ahead and reheated when ready to serve.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 250
- Protein: 8g
- Fat: 7g
- Carbs: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1500mg
- Cholesterol: 5mg
- Sat. Fat: 1g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Ginger Garlic Broth with Rice Noodles FAQs
Yes, the broth can be made ahead and reheated when ready to serve. Cook the noodles separately and add them just before serving.
Overcooking can make the noodles mushy. Cook them just until tender.
Yes, the broth can be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw and reheat before adding noodles.
Yes, you can cook the broth and noodles together in the Instant Pot for a quicker meal.
You can add tofu, chicken, shrimp, or mushrooms for added protein.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Ginger Garlic Broth with Rice Noodles and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
