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Saimin Bowl

Quick Hawaiian noodle soup with shrimp, char siu pork, and tender egg noodles in a light, aromatic broth. The kind of comfort bowl you'd order from a saimin stand, made at home in under 20 minutes.

Total time
18 min
Servings
2
Calories
380
Protein
28g
Saimin Bowl
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Bring water to a boil in a large pot over high heat.

  2. Step 2

    Stir in dashi and soy sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

  3. Step 3

    Add egg noodles and cook until tender, about 4 minutes; stir to separate.

  4. Step 4

    Add shrimp and char siu pork. Stir gently and cook until shrimp turns pink, about 2 minutes.

  5. Step 5

    Divide noodles and broth between two bowls. Top with green onions.

  6. Step 6

    Serve hot immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • large pot (3–4 quart)
  • wooden spoon
  • two serving bowls

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