Description
Saimin, Hawaii’s beloved noodle soup, offers a cozy embrace with every slurp. This dish combines tender noodles in a savory broth enriched with fresh vegetables, succulent meats, and vibrant toppings. Whether you’re enjoying it on a beach or at home, Saimin is the ultimate comfort food that can be customized to suit your taste. With its explosion of flavors and delightful textures, this easy-to-make recipe is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 oz Saimin noodles
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 green onions (sliced)
- 4 oz sliced pork (pork belly or shoulder)
- 2 oz fish cake (Narutomaki)
- 1 oz shiitake mushrooms (fresh or dried)
- 2 hard-boiled eggs
Instructions
- Prepare broth: In a large pot, combine chicken broth and water. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
- Cook noodles: Add Saimin noodles to boiling water and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Add proteins: Stir in sliced pork and shiitake mushrooms into the simmering broth. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until tender.
- Assemble bowls: Layer cooked noodles in serving bowls, then pour hot broth over them. Top with fish cake slices and chopped green onions.
- Garnish: Add sliced hard-boiled eggs and more green onions on top before serving.
- Serve: Enjoy your homemade Saimin with chopsticks or a spoon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (400g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 150mg