All Over the Map Asian Noodle Soup

This easy soup uses Asian ingredients from several different countries. Soba Noodles from Japan, Fish Sauce from Vietnam, Soy Sauce from China and broth in a box that is Thai inspired. It’s rounded out with American Pork, and vegetables that are available in most any grocery store.

Since this soup is literally all over the map it is fair game to any kind of modification you would like. Change the meat, change the noodles (rice or ramen noodles would be good) to whatever you have or like. The same goes for the vegetables.

I found this broth at Aldi. It is not one of their regular items so it may not be there when you go. Take a hint from the label and you can probably add ginger, lime juice, fish sauce, and chili to chicken broth and get a similar result. (Yes, I did taste all of those flavors in the broth.)

The cooking times in the recipe will result in tender crisp vegetables. Adjust the time to your preference.

 

All Over the Map Asian Noodle Soup
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4
Servings
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All Over the Map Asian Noodle Soup
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4
Servings
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Instructions
  1. Heat 1/2 tablespoon oil in a soup pot. Add the ground pork and cook until it is no longer pink. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
  2. Add the remaining oil to the pan and add the onions and carrots to the pan and cook for a few minutes until they are fragrant. Add the garlic and ginger and cook 2 minutes longer.
  3. Return the pork to the pan and add the broth, fish & soy sauce and lime juice. simmer for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
  4. Give the soup a taste and add whatever you think it needs. Add the cabbage, red pepper, chilis and green onions. s\Simmer for 5 minutes or so.
  5. While the soup is cooking, prepare the noodles per the package directions. Add the cooked noodles to the soup and let everything get acquainted for another 5 minutes.
  6. Serve with a sprinkle of chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lime. You could also add a splash of Sriracha if you like.
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Roasted Red Pepper Salsa

Roasted Red Pepper Salsa
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Salsa re-imagined. Sweet and mild, but if you like it with more heat, use a whole jalapeno and leave in a few seeds.
Roasted Red Pepper Salsa
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Salsa re-imagined. Sweet and mild, but if you like it with more heat, use a whole jalapeno and leave in a few seeds.
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Instructions
  1. Put the peppers in a medium bowl. Add the onions, garlic, cilantro, and parsley. Stir to combine.
  2. Add the jalapeno and lime zest and toss to combine.
  3. Stir in the lime juice and olive oil and stir again to combine.
  4. Taste and add salt and pepper to taste. Cover and chill for several hours.
  5. Serve as a garnish for tacos or with chips.
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Southwestern Quinoa Salad

Southwestern Quinoa Salad
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The nutrition of quinoa and the flavors of the southwest come together in a healthy and flavorful meatless main dish salad. It's also great as a side dish.
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4
Servings
4
Southwestern Quinoa Salad
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The nutrition of quinoa and the flavors of the southwest come together in a healthy and flavorful meatless main dish salad. It's also great as a side dish.
Servings
4
Servings
4
Ingredients
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Instructions
  1. To roast Poblanos: Place poblanos under the broiler for 10 minutes or so, turning as the skin blisters. It should be blistered on all sides. Remove the peppers to a shallow bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Allow to sit for 5-8 minutes. At this point the skin should come off easily. Remove the stem and seeds and chop.
  2. Put the quinoa, bell peppers, poblano, onion, corn and black beans in a large mixing bowl. Toss to combine.
  3. Add the avocado and cilantro to the bowl and toss gently to combine.
  4. Pour the canola oil into a small fry pan. Add the garlic and the cumin seeds and heat over low heat until the garlic stats to sizzle. Remove from heat (do not let the garlic brown) and set aside to cool before adding to the dressing jar.
  5. Combine all of the dressing ingredients in a jar with a lid. Cover tightly and shake until ingredients emulsify.
  6. Pour the dressing over the ingredients in the bowl and toss gently to combine.
  7. Cover the salad and chill for several hours. Remove from refrigerator 15 minutes before serving. This serves 4 as a main dish and 6 or more as a side dish.
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