Sugar-Free Chinese Noodle Soup

Delight in the comforting warmth of a homemade **Sugar-Free Chinese Noodle Soup**, a nourishing and flavorful dish perfect for a wholesome meal. This recipe combines the aromatic blend of fresh ginger, garlic, and Chinese five-spice powder with a vibrant medley of carrots, bok choy, and shiitake mushrooms, all simmered in a savory, sugar-free broth. The low-sodium soy sauce and rice vinegar add the perfect balance of umami and tang, while sesame oil imparts a subtle depth of nutty flavor. Served with tender egg or rice noodles and garnished with fresh cilantro and green onions, this quick and easy recipe, ready in under 45 minutes, is an ideal choice for a healthy, low-sugar alternative to traditional noodle soups. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, this dish is a delicious way to indulge guilt-free!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups Chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 inch Ginger, thinly sliced
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce (low-sodium)
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 2 teaspoons Sesame oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
• 1 large Carrot, thinly sliced
• 2 cups Bok choy, sliced
• 1 cup Shiitake mushrooms, sliced
• 4 stalks Green onions, chopped
• 8 oz Egg noodles or rice noodles
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional for garnish)
• 0 to taste Salt
• 0 to taste Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot, combine the chicken or vegetable broth, ginger slices, and minced garlic. Bring to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 5 minutes to infuse the flavors of ginger and garlic into the broth.

Step 3

Add the low-sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and Chinese five-spice powder to the pot. Stir well to incorporate all the ingredients.

Step 4

Introduce the sliced carrots, bok choy, and shiitake mushrooms to the broth. Cover and let it simmer for about 10 minutes, until the vegetables are tender but still have a slight crunch.

Step 5

While the soup is simmering, cook the noodles according to the package instructions in a separate pot. Drain and set aside.

Step 6

After the vegetables are cooked, add the cooked noodles to the soup. Adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 7

Ladle the soup into bowls and top each serving with chopped green onions and fresh cilantro if desired.

Step 8

Serve hot and enjoy your comforting, sugar-free Chinese noodle soup.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2317.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	860.7

Total Fat 37.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.7g
Cholesterol 65.8mg	0%
Sodium 8724.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 104.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.5g	0%
Total Sugars 17.5g
Protein 31.7g	0%

Vitamin D 36IU	0%
Calcium 345.0mg	0%
Iron 9.1mg	0%
Potassium 2304.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.2%

Protein: 14.4%

Carbs: 47.4%