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Ingredients
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2 ounces uncooked bean threads (cellophane noodles)
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3 (14.5 ounce) cans chicken broth
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1 large clove garlic, minced
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2 tablespoons thin strips fresh ginger root
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4 2-inch pieces fresh lemongrass, minced
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2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into 1/2-inch strips
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6 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
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2 tablespoons lime juice
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2 tablespoons fish sauce
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1 jalapeno pepper, cut into 8 thin slices
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¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
Directions
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Soak the bean threads in a large bowl of hot water until soft, about 15 minutes; drain and cut into bite-size lengths. Divide the noodles into 4 bowls.
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Bring the chicken broth, garlic, ginger, and lemongrass to a boil in a large saucepan; reduce heat to medium-low and cook the mixture at a simmer until fragrant, about 15 minutes. Add the chicken and shrimp to the soup; simmer until the chicken pieces are cooked through, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir the lime juice and fish sauce through the soup. Ladle the soup over the noodles; top with jalapeno pepper slices and cilantro to serve.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
166 | Calories |
2g | Fat |
17g | Carbs |
18g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
Calories 166 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 2g | 3% |
Saturated Fat 0g | 2% |
Cholesterol 84mg | 28% |
Sodium 1933mg | 84% |
Total Carbohydrate 17g | 6% |
Dietary Fiber 0g | 1% |
Total Sugars 2g | |
Protein 18g | 36% |
Vitamin C 6mg | 7% |
Calcium 27mg | 2% |
Iron 2mg | 9% |
Potassium 220mg | 5% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.