How To Make Red House Spice’s Chinese Chicken Noodle Soup At Home

Are you keen to make a delicious and fragrant batch of homemade Chinese Chicken Noodle Soup? Yes? Well, you have come to the right place!

We know how daunting it can be to make a delicious and authentic Chinese chicken noodle soup. This is why we have written this article! 

We cover everything you need to know about making this delicious and fragrant dish. From what ingredients you need, to a simple step-by-step guide on making this tasty soup, and more.

So, in this article, we are going to talk about how to make your own homemade batch of Chinese chicken noodle soup. This recipe will be based on the ‘Red House Spice’ recipe.

Let’s dive right in and get started!

Tips For Making The Best Chicken Noodle Soup

Before you start cooking, there are a few things that you can do to make your life significantly easier and give your soup an even better taste!

For one, if you are not squeamish, you should opt for using chicken with skin and bone. This will save you money and add extra flavor and richness to your Chinese chicken noodle soup. 

If you want to add an extra boost of umami flavor, we recommend that you use shiitake mushrooms in this dish. They are tasty and add extra nuttiness and umami to the soup. You won’t regret your choice!

When it comes to seasoning the broth, we recommend that you do so lightly. It is very easy to overpower the delicate flavors within the soup.

So, if you are going to add some extra flair to your Chinese chicken noodle soup, we suggest that you avoid using overpowering condiments and only season the broth lightly. 

To get the best results, we recommend that you do not cook your noodles in the broth. This can overpower the noodles and create a kind of mono-flavored soup.

Cooking the noodles in separate water will make your soup tastier and give it a better texture overall. 

What Substitutes Can You Use?

Before we get into making this dish, we thought it would be a good idea to go over what substitutes you can use.

Not everyone has access to bok choy and dried shiitake mushrooms. But what can you use in their place? Well, that is what we are going to cover in this section. 

Mushrooms

Dried shiitake mushrooms really make this dish so delicious, they are fragrant and add an umami flavor you will adore. Alternatively, you can use fresh shiitake mushrooms if that is all that there is.

But, if your local store does not have this variety of mushrooms, you can substitute them for any kind of mushrooms you have on hand. 

Veggies

To make this delicious soup, you are going to need a few veggies. A few leafy greens such as bok choy, spinach, and Chinese broccoli are all classic veggie options for this dish. 

But, you can use other vegetables like daikon, winter melon, carrots, regular broccoli, or anything else that you think might add to this soup.

But, regardless of what veggies you go for, you will need to chop them quite thin so that they cook completely through in the chicken broth. 

Chicken

At the core of this dish is the chicken. We recommend that you use chicken drumsticks or thighs for this dish, as these cuts of meat make the most flavorsome soup.

If you do not want to use either of these cuts of chicken, you can use a whole chicken or chicken breasts. At the end of the day, you can substitute any part of the chicken you like most. 

Noodles

This dish will taste best if you use plain wheat noodles, but you can use any kind of noodles that you have on hand. For example, you could use egg noodles, ramen noodles, udon noodles, rice noodles, or anything else you have on hand. 

If you need a quick solution, you should go for shop-bought dried noodles called Guà Miàn. Alternatively, you can make these noodles at home, if you have the time. 

Seasonings & Aromatics

A few specific aromatics that you should add to your chicken broth include the following: Ginger, Scallions, Green Onions, Spring Onions, and Shaoxing Wine.

All of these flavors are traditionally used in this dish to add a powerful aroma and get rid of the potential gaminess of the meat. 

If you want to use alternative seasonings, make sure not to use things that are too overpowering. The broth is supposed to be at the center of this dish, and adding overpowering seasonings will cover the natural flavor of the broth. 

We recommend light Chinese condiments like the following: Light Soy Sauce, White Pepper, Sesame Oil, and Salt. If you want an extra kick, add a little chili oil into the mix. 

What Is The Nutritional Value Of This Dish?

Some of you might be concerned about the nutritional value of this delicious soup. Well, we are here to save the day!

In this section, we are going to explore what nutrients this delicious Chinese soup has in it. So, without further ado, let us dive right in and get started!

• Calories – 491 kcal
• Carbohydrates – 84 g
• Protein – 29 g
• Fat – 5 g
• Saturated Fat – 1 g
• Polyunsaturated Fat – 1 g
• Monounsaturated Fat – 1 g
• Trans Fat – 0.01 g
• Cholesterol – 59 mg
• Sodium – 2338 mg
• Potassium – 1265 mg
• Fiber – 5 g
• Sugar – 5 g
• Vitamin A – 18846 IU
• Vitamin C – 190 mg
• Calcium – 464 mg
• Iron – 4 mg

Bear in mind that these nutrient quantities are not going to be strictly accurate.

This is because different ingredients will have different nutritional values, and depending on how much you are making, you could end up with higher nutrient values.

Note that these values are based on one serving of Chinese chicken noodle soup. 

What Ingredients Do You Need To Make Chicken Noodle Soup?

Before you can do anything, there are several ingredients that you are absolutely going to need before you start cooking.

In this section, we are going to go over all the ingredients and how much you will need to make this fantastic Chinese chicken noodle soup. 

• Dried Shiitake Mushrooms – You will need eight pieces of dried Shiitake mushrooms. 

• Water – Six cups of water are needed to make this delicious soup. 

• Chicken Drumsticks – Two chicken legs or four chicken breasts are required.

• Shaoxing Rice Wine – Two tablespoons of Shaoxing Rice Wine is needed. 

• Ginger – You will need about four slices of ginger for this recipe. 

• Scallion Stalks – Two stalks of scallions that have been separated. 

• Light Soy Sauce – You need two teaspoons of light soy sauce for this dish.

• Salt – This recipe requires one teaspoon of salt.

• White Pepper – You need one-eighth of a teaspoon of ground white pepper. 

• Sesame Oil – This recipe calls for a quarter teaspoon of sesame oil. 

• Noodles – You will need about four portions of noodles for this soup recipe. 

• Bok Choy – For this dish, you will need two heads of bok choy. 

• Chili Oil – You do not need to add chili oil, but just a dash can up the spiciness. 

Remember that some of these ingredients can be switched out for substitutes. Check out the section above to learn more about ingredient substitutes.

But, now that you know what ingredients you need, you can finally start the simple process of making this delicious dish. 

Step-by-Step Instructions For Chicken Noodle Soup

Now that you have an idea of what ingredients you need, we can start talking about the steps that you need to follow to make this tasty Chinese-inspired soup. 

Step 1 – Soak Your Shiitake Mushrooms Overnight

Your first step is to soak your dried shiitake mushrooms in a bowl of water overnight. We recommend that you use about 1400 milliliters of water.

You can soak your mushrooms for four hours, but you will get better results if you leave them to soak overnight. 

Step 2 – Add Your Chicken To A Pot With The Mushrooms

Grab your chicken drumsticks or thighs and put them in a pot. Add your shiitake mushrooms and the water they were soaking in.

If there is any residue at the bottom of the bowl, leave it out. Bring the water to a boil and then scoop off any foam that forms on the surface. 

Step 3 – Add Some Ingredients And Let It Simmer

With your water boiling, add your Shaoxing rice wine, ginger, and the white portion of the scallions to the pot. Next, turn your heat down to a very low setting and put a lid on the pot.

Allow your pot to simmer for about thirty minutes until you are sure that the meat is soft and tender. You can achieve this goal faster by using an instant pot. 

Step 4 – Remove The Chicken

Take your chicken out of the pot and place it on a plate where it can completely cool down. Scoop out the ginger and scallions and throw them away.

Now, add your soy sauce, salt, white pepper, and sesame oil to the broth and stir until everything has been incorporated.

You can add a little more or less of any of the seasonings to get the perfect balance of flavor for you. 

Step 5 – Remove The Skin And Shred The Chicken

Your chicken should be cool enough to handle with your fingers at this stage. Once you are satisfied that it is cool enough, take the skin off and shred the meat into ribbons or bite-sized chunks. 

Step 6 – Cook The Noodles

Grab another pot from the cupboard and fill it with water. Place it on the hob and allow it to come to a boil.

Add the noodles and cook them on a medium-high heat. Once you are sure that the noodles are fully cooked, add the bok choy to the water for about twenty seconds.

Step 7 – Serve Your Chinese Noodle Soup

With that, you are just about ready to enjoy your Chinese noodle soup. All you need to do is drain the water from the noodles and bok choy and then separate them into four bowls.

Add a nice scoop of your broth with the mushrooms and finally, add a healthy sprinkling of your shredded chicken. If you need an extra kick, you can drizzle a little chili oil over the top. 

Can You Make This Recipe Ahead Of Time?

This is the perfect dish to make ahead of time, so if you need to make a delicious, nutritious, and warm meal for a group of people, this recipe will be perfect for you.

If you want to make this soup in advance, we recommend that you start by cooking a large portion of chicken broth. You can do this by using a whole chicken, drumsticks, or thighs. 

Once your chicken has been shredded, you can add it back to the broth, this can save you time. Especially if you need to serve this dish to a bunch of people.

You can also divide your soup into portions and freeze them. It will last in the freezer for three months or more. 

When you defrost your chicken, all you need to do is put it in the refrigerator until you are ready to heat it up. You can then add your seasoning and assemble the soup later with fresh noodles and veggies. 

Are There Alternative Cooking Methods You Can Use?

If you need to change this recipe and use different methods to make it, there are a few things that you can do to make your life easier.

First, you could use a ready-to-use chicken broth and add your seasonings to the broth to make it taste like the recipe. If your ready-to-use broth is salted, you might want to avoid adding extra salt and soy sauce. 

You could also add eggs or tofu instead of chicken. This will be great for you if you need a vegetarian or vegan option.

If you happen to have some toasted chicken in the fridge, you can simply shred that meat and add it to the broth. This is a great way to save time and use up leftovers. Best of all, it tastes just as good!

What Other Delicious Soups Can You Make at Home?

So, you have reached the end of this article and found that this is not the soup for you. What other types of soup can you make at home? 

Well, there are actually hundreds of delicious Chinese-inspired soups that you can make at home.

One of them might be more of what you are looking for. Below, we have a few different soup options that you might prefer to this Chinese chicken noodle soup dish: 

• Simple Wonton Soup by The Wok of Life

• Hot and Sour Soup by BBC Good Food

• Beef and Dumpling Soup by Red House Spice

• Egg Drop Soup by Gimme Some Oven

If you want to explore Chinese cuisine and check out more delicious soups, do not worry, there are tons of options that we have not listed here.

With a little cuisine exploration, you should be able to find a recipe that you love and want to make at home!

Final Thoughts

We hope that you have enjoyed reading this article and learning about how you can make this delicious Red House Spice Chinese Chicken Noodle Soup. It is delicious and super easy to make. 

With this recipe, you should have no trouble whipping up a tasty, rich, and flavorsome dish like this at home.

Just take care to follow the recipe to the letter. If you miss out a step, you would be surprised at how quickly things go south if you forget a key step. 

If you have enjoyed reading this article, you absolutely have to check out some of our other articles. We cover loads of fantastic topics. Some of which you are certain to find useful and interesting. 

Thanks for reading!

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