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20-Min Mami — Filipino Egg Noodle Soup

Silky broth, springy egg noodles, poached egg, and tender green beans in one pot. This comfort-in-a-bowl Filipino classic is faster than takeout when you use rotisserie chicken.

Total time
20 min
Servings
2
Calories
420
Protein
35g
20-Min Mami — Filipino Egg Noodle Soup
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Bring broth to a boil in a large pot over high heat, ~5 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Add sliced onion and cook until soft and translucent, ~3 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Add egg noodles and green beans, stirring occasionally, until noodles are tender, ~6 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    Stir in shredded chicken and fish sauce, then gently crack eggs into the simmering broth.

  5. Step 5

    Simmer 2 minutes until egg whites just set but yolks still jiggle slightly.

  6. Step 6

    Ladle into bowls, making sure each gets a poached egg and plenty of broth. Serve hot.

Tools you’ll need

  • large pot (at least 3-quart capacity)
  • wooden spoon or ladle
  • knife and cutting board

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