Kuy Teav Sngor Moan (Clear Chicken Noodle Soup)
A comforting and clear chicken noodle soup, distinct from other Kuy Teav variations, featuring a light yet flavorful broth, tender chicken, and fresh herbs.
🧂 Ingredients
- 1 kg Chicken bones(for broth)
- 500 g Chicken breast or thighs(sliced thinly)
- 300 g Rice noodles(fresh or dried)
- 1 medium Onion(quartered)
- 2 inch piece Ginger(smashed)
- 5 cloves Garlic cloves(smashed)
- 2 pods Star anise
- 1 inch piece Cinnamon stick
- 3 tbsp Fish sauce
- 1 tsp Salt(or to taste)
- 1 tsp Sugar(optional)
- 3 stalks Scallions(chopped, for garnish)
- 1/4 cup Cilantro(chopped, for garnish)
- 1 cup Bean sprouts(for serving)
- 4 wedges Lime wedges(for serving)
- 1-2 small Chili peppers(sliced, for serving (optional))
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Rinse chicken bones and place in a large pot. Cover with cold water and bring to a boil. Skim off any impurities, then drain and rinse the bones.
💡 Tip: This step helps create a cleaner broth. - 2
Return the bones to the pot. Add onion, ginger, garlic, star anise, and cinnamon stick. Cover with about 3 liters of fresh water.
- 3
Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for at least 1 hour, or up to 2 hours, skimming occasionally. The longer it simmers, the richer the broth.
💡 Tip: Do not boil the broth vigorously, as this can make it cloudy. - 4
Strain the broth through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean pot. Discard the solids. Season the broth with fish sauce, salt, and sugar (if using).
- 5
While the broth simmers, cook the rice noodles according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water. Divide the noodles among serving bowls.
- 6
In the simmering broth, add the thinly sliced chicken. Cook for 2-3 minutes until just cooked through. Do not overcook.
- 7
Ladle the hot broth and chicken over the noodles in each bowl. Garnish with chopped scallions and cilantro.
💡 Tip: Serve immediately with a side of bean sprouts, lime wedges, and sliced chili peppers.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓For a clearer broth, ensure you skim off impurities thoroughly in the first step.
- ✓Adjust seasoning to your preference with fish sauce and salt.
- ✓You can poach the chicken breast separately if you prefer not to cook it directly in the broth, then slice it thinly.
🔄 Variations
- Add sliced pork or shrimp for a mixed meat version.
- Include thinly sliced daikon radish in the broth for added flavor and texture.
- A dash of white pepper can add a subtle kick.