Asian Hot Pot
Serves 4|
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Ingredients
- 1 3.75-ounce package cellophane (bean thread) or thin rice noodles
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 8 ounces shiitake or other mushrooms, stems discarded and caps thinly sliced
- 6 cups vegetable or low-sodium chicken broth
- 2/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger
- 1 teaspoon chili sauce or hot pepper sauce to taste (optional)
- 4 scallions (green and white parts), thinly sliced
- 4 carrots, thinly sliced
- 8 ounces green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
Directions
- Prepare the noodles according to the package directions. Drain and cut into 3-inch lengths.
- Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 minutes.
- Add the broth, soy sauce, ginger, and chili sauce (if desired) and combine. Bring to a boil.
- Add the scallions, carrots, and green beans. Simmer until the vegetables are tender, 5 to 6 minutes.
- Divide the noodles among individual bowls and ladle the soup over the top.
Nutritional Information
- Per Serving
- Calories 264Calories From Fat 20%
- Fat 6g
- Sat Fat 1g
- Cholesterol 0mg
- Sodium 2,639mg
- Carbohydrate 49g
- Fiber 6g
- Sugar 11g
- Protein 9g
What does this mean? See
Nutrition 101
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Quick Tip
To make the soup more substantial, substitute 8 ounces of whole-wheat spaghetti for the noodles, breaking the strands into
pieces before cooking.
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