Description
Hawaiian Chicken Long Rice Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken thighs simmered in a savory broth infused with fresh ginger and low-sodium soy sauce. The soup includes cellophane noodles that soften to a translucent texture, creating a warm and satisfying meal garnished with fresh green onions. Perfect for a nourishing family dinner with a touch of Hawaiian comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
Soup Ingredients
- 2 to 3 pounds chicken thighs, skin removed
- 32 ounces low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
- 1½ teaspoons grated fresh ginger
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
Noodles and Garnish
- 1 (8-ounce) package cellophane (glass) noodles
- Green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare Soup Base: In a large pot, combine the chicken thighs, chicken broth, soy sauce, grated fresh ginger, and kosher salt. This mixture will serve as the flavorful base for the soup.
- Simmer Chicken: Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook uncovered for about 30 minutes, until the chicken is fully cooked and the broth has slightly reduced, concentrating the flavors.
- Soak Noodles: While the chicken simmers, place the cellophane noodles in a large bowl and cover with warm water. Let them soak for approximately 30 minutes until they soften and become pliable.
- Shred Chicken: After the chicken is cooked, remove the thighs from the pot and shred or chop them into bite-sized pieces to make them easy to eat in the soup.
- Combine Ingredients: Return the shredded chicken and softened noodles to the pot with the broth. Simmer the mixture for an additional 5 minutes, or until the noodles turn clear and are fully cooked.
- Serve and Garnish: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with thinly sliced green onions for a fresh and vibrant finish. Serve hot and enjoy.
Notes
- Using low-sodium broth and soy sauce helps control the salt content without sacrificing flavor.
- You can substitute chicken breasts for thighs if preferred, but thighs yield a more flavorful broth.
- Soaking the cellophane noodles thoroughly is important to achieve the proper soft and translucent texture.
- For added richness, feel free to add a splash of sesame oil just before serving.
- This soup pairs wonderfully with steamed white rice or a light side salad.
