Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
4 unit

wide rice stick noodles

uncooked

1 tbsp

canola oil

1 pound

chicken thighs

skinless, boneless, cut into strips

2 tbsp

fresh ginger

grated peeled

1 tsp

ground cumin

0.75 tsp

fennel seeds

crushed

0.25 tsp

ground cinnamon

3 unit

garlic cloves

minced

1 unit

star anise

1.5 cup

shiitake mushroom caps

thinly sliced

1 tbsp

Thai fish sauce

2 unit

chicken broth

fat-free, less-sodium

0.25 tsp

freshly ground black pepper

0.25 cup

green onions

chopped

Step 1
~4 min

Cook noodles according to package directions, omitting salt and fat, then drain.

Step 2
~4 min

Heat canola oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

Step 3
~4 min

Add chicken strips and cook for 8 minutes, stirring constantly, until browned. Remove chicken from the pan.

Step 4
~4 min

Add grated ginger, ground cumin, crushed fennel seeds, ground cinnamon, minced garlic, and star anise to the pan.

Step 5
~4 min

Cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly, until fragrant.

Step 6
~4 min

Stir in the cooked chicken, thinly sliced shiitake mushrooms, Thai fish sauce, and chicken broth.

Step 7
~4 min

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 12 minutes.

Step 8
~4 min

Discard the star anise.

Step 9
~4 min

Stir in freshly ground black pepper.

Step 10
~4 min

Place 3/4 cup of cooked noodles into each of 4 bowls.

Step 11
~4 min

Ladle 1 cup of soup into each bowl.

Step 12
~4 min

Sprinkle each serving with 1 tablespoon of chopped green onions.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of fish sauce to your taste.

Garnish with fresh cilantro or lime wedges for added flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Soup can be made 1-2 days in advance; add noodles just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Moderate
Smell Intensity
Strong (aromatic spices)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot.

Accompany with crusty bread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Spring rolls
Asian slaw

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Malaysia

Cultural Significance

Reflects the diverse culinary influences of Malaysia, including Malay, Chinese, and Indian cuisines.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Cold Weather
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

75/100

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