Discover how easily you can elevate your quick meals with nourishing bone broth noodles in this episode of Fast & Plenty with Chef Cynthia Louise. In Season 1, Episode 2, Chef Cynthia Louise reimagines the classic convenience of 2 minute noodles by introducing wholesome, nutrient-dense ingredients. By cooking noodles in bone broth and infusing the liquid with tamari, ginger, sesame oil, and shiro miso, she crafts a deeply satisfying bone broth noodle soup. This quick healthy noodle recipe offers a delicious, healthy instant ramen alternative that respects both your time and your well-being. This demonstration of upgraded instant noodles shows how simple adjustments can turn a basic pantry staple into a vibrant, mineral-rich meal.
Elevating Your Instant Noodle Bowl
- Learn how to build a savory, aromatic base using ginger, tamari, sesame oil, and miso paste to replace processed seasoning packets.
- Discover the art of timing your vegetables, adding hearty carrots and broccoli first, followed by delicate baby spinach and fresh herbs.
- Master the simple steps to incorporate dried shiitake mushrooms and mung bean sprouts for added texture and deep umami flavor.
Pimped Up Noodles Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 packet noodles
- 500ml water or bone broth
- 1/4 cup tamari
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- Fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp shiro miso paste
- 1/2 carrot, sliced
- 1/2 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1/2 bunch baby spinach leaves
- 2-3 dried shiitake mushrooms, sliced
- 1 handful coriander, roughly chopped
- 1 handful mung bean sprouts
- 3 spring onions, sliced
Directions:
- Fill a small pot with your liquid, add the dried mushrooms, and stir in the tamari, sesame oil, grated ginger, and miso paste.
- Taste the broth and season well before bringing it to a gentle simmer.
- Add the noodles and cook according to the package instructions, tossing in the hard vegetables just before the noodles finish cooking.
- Stir in the leafy greens for a few seconds, turn off the heat, and pour into a serving bowl topped with fresh herbs and sprouts.
Begin your exploration of wholesome, fast cooking and learn how to transform your daily meals. Start watching this episode of Fast & Plenty with Chef Cynthia Louise on Gaia to bring this nourishing dish to your kitchen.
