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
Ingredients
- 8 oz rice noodles
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 8 oz fish balls
- 8 oz firm tofu
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- ¼ cup cilantro
Instructions
- 1
Soak the 8 oz rice noodles in hot water until pliable, about 10 minutes, then drain and set aside.
- 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
Add the 8 oz fish balls and 8 oz cubed tofu to the pot. Stir gently for 2 minutes until lightly browned.
- 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
Divide the soaked noodles among 4 bowls. Ladle the hot soup over the noodles.
- 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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