Taiwan Mushroom Noodle Soup with Fresh Herbs
A fragrant broth infused with wood ear mushrooms and fresh cilantro, served with silky rice noodles for a light yet satisfying bowl. This taiwanese-inspired soups ready in about 40 minutes pairs rice noodles, wood ear mushrooms, shiitake mushrooms for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 8 oz rice noodles
- 1/2 cup wood ear mushrooms
- 4 oz shiitake mushrooms
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1/4 cup cilantro
- 3 tbsp green onions
Instructions
- Step 1: Soak wood ear mushrooms in warm water for 20 minutes until soft, then thinly slice. Slice shiitake mushrooms into 1/4-inch pieces.
- Step 2: Bring 4 cups chicken broth to a boil in a pot. Add sliced shiitake mushrooms, soaked wood ear mushrooms, and 1 tbsp soy sauce. Simmer uncovered for 15 minutes until mushrooms are tender.
- Step 3: Cook 8 oz rice noodles in boiling salted water for 3 minutes until al dente, then drain. Divide noodles into bowls, pour hot broth over, and top with 1/4 cup fresh cilantro and 3 tbsp sliced green onions.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Taiwan Mushroom Noodle Soup with Fresh Herbs take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Taiwan Mushroom Noodle Soup with Fresh Herbs?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep rice noodles from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Taiwan Mushroom Noodle Soup with Fresh Herbs?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Taiwan Mushroom Noodle Soup with Fresh Herbs for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Taiwan Mushroom Noodle Soup with Fresh Herbs?
Taiwanese soups like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
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Perfect for a cold day, as recommended.
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Loved it! So easy and delicious.
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My family loved this recipe for dinner tonight! The fresh herbs made it so aromatic.
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