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Roast Chicken Noodle Soup with Chrysanthemum

This roast chicken noodle soup with chrysanthemum is a fragrant and revitalising dish that offers a sophisticated twist on a classic comfort food. By infusing a light chicken broth with star anise and fresh ginger, you create a deeply aromatic base that perfectly complements the peppery, floral notes of the chrysanthemum greens. It is an excellent way to use leftover roast chicken or a shop-bought rotisserie bird for a quick yet nourishing midweek meal.

As a high-protein option, this vibrant soup is as healthy as it is satisfying. The addition of crispy garlic oil adds a luxurious savoury depth, while the fresh Thai chillies provide a customisable heat. Perfect for a chilly evening or when you need a gentle nutritional boost, this recipe brings authentic East Asian flavours into your home kitchen with minimal fuss and maximum impact.

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Ingredients for Roast Chicken Noodle Soup with Chrysanthemum

  • 3 whole star anise

  • 725ml water

  • 1 2-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled, sliced into thin rounds

  • 1450ml low-salt chicken broth

  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce

  • 2 teaspoons sugar

  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil

  • 3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced

  • 2 bunches chrysanthemum, bottoms trimmed, upper stems and leaves cut into 2-inch strips (about 1200ml )

  • 1 400g package thin fresh or dried Chinese egg noodles

  • 600ml 1/2-inch cubes skinned and boned freshly roasted or purchased roast chicken (about 300g )

  • 1/4 large onion, sliced paper-thin

  • 3 red Thai bird chillies or 1 large red jalapeño chilli, sliced into thin rounds

How to make Roast Chicken Noodle Soup with Chrysanthemum

Stir star anise in heavy large saucepan over medium heat until slightly darker, wrinkled-looking, and fragrant, about 8 minutes. Add 725ml water and ginger; simmer 15 minutes. Add broth, soy sauce, and sugar; simmer 15 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Stir oil and garlic in small skillet over low heat until garlic is crisp and golden, about 8 minutes. Set garlic oil aside.

Blanch chrysanthemum in large pot of boiling salted water until just wilted, about 5 seconds. Using strainer, transfer greens to colander. Rinse with cold water and drain. Return water in pot to boil. Add noodles and cook until just tender but still firm to bite, stirring often, about 3 minutes. Drain; transfer to large bowl. Let stand 2 minutes. Mix in 1 tablespoon garlic oil. Using kitchen shears, cut noodles crosswise in several places.

Heat chicken in microwave in 10-second intervals at low setting until warmed through. Divide noodles among 4 soup bowls; top each with 1/4 of chrysanthemum, chicken, and onion. Ladle 475ml broth mixture into each bowl. Drizzle with some garlic oil. Serve, passing red chillies separately.

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While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

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  • 17 janvier 2026 | Publié à l'origine

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