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Mohinga

A comforting Burmese fish noodle soup with tender fish balls, rice noodles, and a fragrant broth, topped with fresh cilantro, lime, and crispy onions.

Total time
30 min
Servings
4
Calories
320
Protein
18g
Mohinga
ComfortingBurmeseDairy-FreeFishBrothyTenderWeeknightSoup

Ingredients

  • 8 oz rice noodles
  • 12 pieces fish balls
  • 4 cups fish stock
  • 1 medium onion
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 2 tbsp chili paste
  • ¼ cup cilantro
  • 1 whole lime

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook the 8 oz rice noodles according to package directions until tender, about 5-7 minutes. Drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    In a large pot, heat 1 tbsp oil over medium. Add 1 sliced onion and 2 minced garlic cloves, cook until soft and golden, about 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Stir in 2 tbsp chili paste and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in 4 cups fish stock and bring to a simmer.

  4. 4

    Add 12 fish balls to the simmering broth. Cook until heated through and slightly puffed, about 5-7 minutes.

  5. 5

    Divide noodles among 4 bowls. Ladle broth and fish balls over noodles.

  6. 6

    Garnish each bowl with chopped cilantro and a lime wedge. Serve hot.

Tools you’ll need

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons

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