Sunday, March 8, 2015

The Perfect Healthy Soup for When You're Under the Weather

Today I wanted to something a little different and go into food blogger territory to share with you all one of my favorite soup recipe. There are several variations depending on the kind of meal you are looking for, but no matter how you do it, it’s a great soup for when you have an upset stomach or are looking for a quick and light meal.


This is a simple vegetable soup with chicken broth and either rice or glass noodles.  If you are looking for something filling and easy to have after a long day at work, I would go for brown rice which is very healthy.  If you’ve been sick or feel the need for a light meal that won’t upset your stomach, I would use either white jasmine rice or, for an even lighter option: glass noodles which are usually made of beans and potatoes. It takes about 20 minutes to make but it can take a bit longer if you’re using rice (brown rice takes the longest to cook).

Ingredients (serves 1):

- 3 green onions
- 2 nantes carrots (they are sweeter)
- 1 cup of brown/white rice or a portion of glass noodles (they usually come in individual portions)
- 2 ½ cups of water or chicken broth
- Chicken broth: if you are using fresh chicken broth use it instead of water and if you are using dehydrated broth then simply use it to season to taste

How to:

If you are using rice, start off by thoroughly rinsing it and then put it in a rice cooker with water following the instruction for the water measurements (usually 1 cup of water for 1 cup of rice). You can then move on to the vegetables. If you’re using noodles you can find the instruction for them below. 

First start off by cutting all your vegetables and putting them in a pot with your water. Cover until it comes to a boil and then remove the lid and lower to heath to let it simmer for about five minutes or until your carrots are cooked.

While you are waiting for the vegetables to boil, fill another pot with a bit of water and bring it to a boil. Once it’s ready remove it from the heath and had your glass noodles to it. Cover with a lid and let it rest for 4 minutes.

Once everything is cooked, pour your noodles into a sieve and rinse them under water. Next put them into a large bowl. If you’re using rice, directly scoop it from the rice cooker into your bowl. Afterwards, carefully pour the vegetables and the water they’re in into your bowl. This is when you would add your dehydrated chicken broth if you’re using it and stir everything together.

You now have a quick and easy soup that’s perfect when you feel under the weather or are tired. What's your favorite soup to make?
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