The OG Thai Noodle Soup
Recipe Overview
Overview
The OG Thai Noodle Soup is a delightful dish that brings the essence of Thai street food right into your kitchen. This recipe starts with a rich pork stock, simmered to perfection with aromatics like garlic and onion, creating a comforting base that warms the soul. The use of rice vermicelli noodles makes this dish light yet satisfying, as they soak up the flavorful broth beautifully.
One of the standout features of this soup is the variety of fish cakes that can be added. These are not only delicious but also provide a fun texture contrast to the soft noodles. The recipe encourages creativity, allowing you to choose your favorite proteins or even go meatless with tofu or vegetables.
Garnishing with fried garlic and fresh herbs elevates the dish, adding layers of flavor that make each bite a joy. Whether you’re feeling under the weather or just in need of some comfort food, this OG Thai Noodle Soup is sure to hit the spot. It’s a simple yet satisfying meal that can be prepared quickly, making it perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends.
Recipe Details
Steps & Tips
Cover pork neck bones with water and bring to a simmer.
Skim off foam and scum from the top after simmering.
Add onion, smashed garlic, cilantro stems, and cracked white pepper to the stock.
Tip: Simmer the pork stock for at least an hour and 15 minutes for better flavor.
Let the stock simmer for at least an hour and 15 minutes.
Take out the pork bones and cool them, then discard the veggies.
Pick off the tender meat from the neck bones.
Season the meat with soy sauce.
Tip: Choose fish cakes with a shorter ingredient list for better quality.
Tip: Fry garlic in rendered pork fat for extra delicious flavor.
Bring the pork stock to a boil.
Season the stock with soy sauce, fish sauce, sugar, and optional white pepper.
Add assorted fish cakes to the boiling stock.
Taste the soup and adjust seasoning as needed.
Tip: Taste the soup after adding fish balls to adjust seasoning.
Cook noodles in boiling water one portion at a time.
Tip: Avoid over-soaking noodles to prevent them from becoming mushy.
Add bean sprouts to the pot with noodles for three seconds.
Pour the soup over the cooked noodles.
Garnish with fried garlic, green onions, and cilantro.
Add preserved cabbage if available.
Tip: Use preserved cabbage for a salty crunch in your noodle soup.
Tip: Adjust the taste of your noodle soup with table condiments like fish sauce and chili vinegar.
Tip: Add a good squeeze of lime for a sour kick in your noodle soup.
Ingredients
Ingredient: Fish
→ Substitution: Tofu
Ingredient: Soy
→ Substitution: Coconut Aminos
Nutrition
Skill Level
Frequently asked questions
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Interesting Tidbits
- •Pork stock is the heart of this noodle soup, providing a rich and flavorful base.
- •Rice vermicelli noodles are ideal for this dish as they soak up the broth quickly.
- •Fish cakes can vary in ingredients, often including shrimp or squid for added flavor.
- •Fried garlic adds a unique flavor and aroma to the noodle soup.
- •The soup can be customized with various toppings, including bean sprouts and green onions.
