Long Life Noodles With Egg
Description
A comforting bowl of soft egg noodles, tender spinach, and poached eggs in a savory broth. This dish features a light, savory broth thickened with cornstarch and flavored with dark soy sauce and sesame oil. It is a simple yet satisfying meal, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or when you are seeking something warm and nourishing. The combination of fresh greens and rich eggs makes it a complete, home-style experience that is easy to prepare with common pantry staples.Ingredients
Directions
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
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Add the "Long Life" egg noodles and cook according to package instructions until tender but still firm.
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Drain the noodles and divide them evenly among four soup bowls.
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In the same boiling water, blanch the spinach for 30-60 seconds until just wilted.
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Drain the spinach, press out excess water, and chop it coarsely.
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Divide the chopped spinach evenly over the noodles in the bowls.
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In a small saucepan, heat the chicken broth over medium heat.
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Stir in the dark soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and cornstarch paste.
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Simmer the broth for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until it thickens slightly.
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Meanwhile, bring 4 cups of water to a gentle boil in a wok or deep pan for poaching.
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Crack one egg into a ladle or small bowl, then gently slide it into the boiling water.
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Poach the egg for 2 minutes, or until the white is set but the yolk remains runny.
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Remove the poached egg with a slotted spoon and place it on top of the spinach in a bowl.
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Repeat the poaching process for the remaining three eggs.
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Ladle the hot thickened broth over the eggs and noodles.
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Garnish each bowl with minced green onions and slivered boiled ham.
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Serve immediately while hot.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 303.7kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 13.7g22%
- Saturated Fat 3.2g16%
- Cholesterol 73.8mg25%
- Sodium 683.4mg29%
- Total Carbohydrate 19.5g7%
- Dietary Fiber 2.4g10%
- Sugars 0.7g
- Protein 24.3g49%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
To make the cornstarch paste, mix 1 teaspoon of cornstarch with 1 teaspoon of cold water until smooth before adding to the hot broth.
For easier poaching, you can create a gentle vortex in the water before adding the egg to help the white wrap around the yolk.
If you prefer a richer broth, you can use a higher-quality chicken stock or add a dash of white pepper.
Leftover noodles can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently with a splash of water or broth.
You can substitute the ham with cooked chicken breast or shrimp for a different protein variation.
Ensure the spinach is thoroughly drained to prevent the broth from becoming watery.
