Shemeji mushroom & choy sum miso noodle soup
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Shemeji mushroom & choy sum miso noodle soup
Shemeji mushroom & choy sum miso noodle soup

Prep: 20 mins

Cook: 12 mins

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Shemeji mushroom & choy sum miso noodle soup

Warm up your senses with this comforting bowl of shimeji mushroom and choy sum miso noodle soup. Tender shimeji mushrooms and vibrant choy sum greens are simmered in a savory miso broth, creating a rich and flavorful base for the noodles to soak up. With each spoonful, you'll enjoy the satisfying combination of umami flavors from the mushrooms and the hearty goodness of the noodles. Whether served as a light lunch or a warming dinner, this nourishing soup is sure to leave you feeling satisfied and content.

250g dried pad-thai rice noodles
2 tbs peanut or vegetable oil
250g firm tofu, cut into cubes
8 cups reduced salt chicken or vegetable stock
¼ cup white miso
1 tbs reduced salt soy sauce
150g Shemeji mushrooms, break up clusters into bite-sized pieces
2 small bunches baby choy sum, trimmed
Shredded green onions (shallots), shredded nori (paper-thin Japanese seaweed) and black mustard seeds, to serve

STEP 1 Place noodles into a large heatproof bowl. Cover with boiling water and stand for 5 minutes or until just tender. Drain and set aside.

STEP 2 Heat oil in a large saucepan pan over medium-high heat. Add tofu and cook, turning often, until pale golden. Drain on paper towel. Set aside.

STEP 3 Add stock to the saucepan and heat over medium heat. Add miso and soy sauce and stir until combined. Bring to the boil, add mushrooms and choy sum and cook for 1-2 minutes until just tender.

STEP 3 Arrange noodles in 4 deep serving bowls. Top with tofu, mushrooms and choy sum. Ladle over the hot miso broth. Top with green onions, shredded nori and black sesame seeds.

Nutritional Facts

Mushroom: Low in calories and fat; supports weight management. Rich in B vitamins, including riboflavin and niacin; promotes energy production and brain health. Contains selenium, an antioxidant that helps protect cells from damage. Provides dietary fiber; supports digestive health. Contains compounds that may support immune function.

Tips and Tricks

  • Shimeji Mushroom and Choy Sum Miso Noodle Soup: Choose fresh shimeji mushrooms and choy sum for a flavorful soup. Cook noodles in a miso-based broth with mushrooms and choy sum for a hearty and comforting meal.