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Napa Cabbage with Egg Tofu Soup

Napa Cabbage with Egg Tofu Soup for Cozy Nights In

Easy Vietnamese Napa Cabbage with Egg Tofu Soup offers comfort and nourishment in under 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Broth
  • 6 cups Water
  • 1 cube Chicken Bouillon Use vegetable bouillon for vegetarian option
  • 1 tablespoon Fish Sauce Substitute with soy sauce for vegetarian version
  • 0.25 cup Dried Shrimp Omit for vegetarian option or swap with dried scallops
For the Vegetables
  • 1 head Napa Cabbage Bok choy is a great alternative
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh garlic recommended
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions For garnish
  • 0.5 cup Cilantro For garnish
For the Tofu and Seasoning
  • 1 block Egg Tofu Regular firm tofu works well too
  • 1 tablespoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Coconut sugar adds a unique twist
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fried Garlic Adds crunch and flavor

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Sauté the minced garlic in neutral oil over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Add water to pot and bring to a boil, then stir in chicken bouillon till dissolved.
  3. Introduce dried shrimp and simmer for 5 minutes to enrich the broth.
  4. Add napa cabbage and cook on medium-high for 3-5 minutes until tender yet crisp.
  5. Gently stir in cubed egg tofu and let it warm through without breaking.
  6. Season with fish sauce, sugar, salt, and pepper; adjust flavors as needed.
  7. Ladle into bowls and garnish with green onions, cilantro, and fried garlic before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This soup is customizable; feel free to add your choice of proteins or other vegetables for added flavors.

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