Low Carb Banh Canh
Dive into a comforting bowl of **Low Carb Banh Canh**, a vibrant and guilt-free twist on the beloved Vietnamese noodle soup. This recipe swaps traditional tapioca noodles with low-carb shirataki noodles, creating a dish that's friendly for keto and low-carb lifestyles. Succulent shrimp, tender chicken, and aromatic garlic and onion are simmered in a rich, creamy coconut milk and chicken stock base, enhanced with the umami of fish sauce. Brightened by crisp julienned carrots and garnished with fresh cilantro and green onions, this hearty soup is as nourishing as it is flavorful. Ready in under an hour, it's a perfect weekday dinner packed with authentic flavors and a healthy twist.
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Ingredients
- 400 grams Shirataki noodles
- 300 grams Shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 200 grams Chicken breast, thinly sliced
- 4 tablespoons Fish sauce
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 1000 milliliters Chicken stock
- 200 milliliters Coconut milk
- 1 medium Carrot, julienned
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped
- 3 stalks Green onions, thinly sliced
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the shirataki noodles under cold running water for a few minutes to remove their natural smell. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
Step 2
In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the minced garlic and chopped onion until fragrant and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Step 3
Add the thinly sliced chicken breast to the pot and cook until lightly browned on all sides.
Step 4
Pour in the chicken stock and bring the mixture to a boil.
Step 5
Lower the heat to medium and add the fish sauce, coconut milk, black pepper, and salt. Stir well to incorporate the flavors.
Step 6
Add the julienned carrot and let the broth simmer for about 10 minutes until the carrot becomes tender.
Step 7
Add the shrimp to the pot and cook until pink and fully cooked, approximately 4-5 minutes.
Step 8
Introduce the drained shirataki noodles to the pot, allowing them to warm through with the broth's flavors for about 2 minutes.
Step 9
Taste the broth and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Step 10
Ladle the Banh Canh into bowls and garnish with chopped cilantro and sliced green onions before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2428.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1366.9 |
| Total Fat 49.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 7.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 815.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 8537.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 59.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 27.8g | |
| Protein 177.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 26IU | 0% |
| Calcium 422.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2237.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories