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Thai Noodle Soup with Tofu and Fish Balls

A comforting Thai-inspired noodle soup with soft tofu, chewy fish balls, and fresh cilantro in a savory broth. Quick enough for a weeknight, yet full of flavor.

Total time
30 min
Servings
4
Calories
320
Protein
18g
Thai Noodle Soup with Tofu and Fish Balls
comfortingthaidairy-freetofufishchewysoftweeknight

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Soak the 8 oz rice noodles in hot water until pliable, about 10 minutes, then drain and set aside.

  2. Step 2

    Heat the 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large pot over medium. Add the 2 minced garlic cloves and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

  3. Step 3

    Add the 8 oz fish balls and 8 oz cubed tofu to the pot. Stir gently for 2 minutes until lightly browned.

  4. Step 4

    Pour in the 4 cups vegetable broth and 2 tbsp soy sauce. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes until fish balls are heated through.

  5. Step 5

    Divide the soaked noodles among 4 bowls. Ladle the hot soup over the noodles.

  6. Step 6

    Garnish each bowl with the 0.25 cup chopped cilantro and serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • large pot
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

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