Shirataki Noodles With Broth (Print Version)

Zero-carb noodles in rich bone broth with aromatic ginger, garlic, and sesame. Ready in 25 minutes.

# What You Need:

→ Broth

01 - 4 cups high-quality bone broth (beef or chicken)
02 - 1 thumb-sized piece fresh ginger, sliced
03 - 2 cloves garlic, smashed
04 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
05 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
06 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil

→ Noodles

07 - 14 ounces shirataki noodles, drained and rinsed

→ Toppings

08 - 2 soft-boiled eggs, halved (optional)
09 - 1 small spring onion, thinly sliced
10 - 1 small red chili, thinly sliced
11 - Fresh coriander or parsley, chopped
12 - Toasted sesame seeds

# Directions:

01 - In a medium pot, combine bone broth, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat.
02 - Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes to allow flavors to fully infuse into the broth.
03 - Drain and thoroughly rinse shirataki noodles under cold water. Place in a sieve and pour boiling water over them to eliminate any odor.
04 - Add the prepared noodles to the simmering broth and heat through for 2 to 3 minutes.
05 - Remove ginger and garlic slices from the broth using a slotted spoon.
06 - Divide noodles and broth evenly between two serving bowls.
07 - Top each bowl with soft-boiled egg halves, spring onion, chili, fresh herbs, and sesame seeds as desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It comes together in under 30 minutes, making weeknight dinners feel effortless.
  • You get that deeply satisfying bone broth richness without any carb guilt or heaviness afterward.
  • The customizable toppings mean you can eat it plain and simple or pile it high depending on your mood.
02 -
  • Never skip rinsing and blanching the shirataki noodles, even if you're in a hurry, because this one step determines whether your guests enjoy the dish or pick around it politely.
  • Bone broth quality matters tremendously since it's the only substantial flavor carrier in the dish, so read labels and choose ones with no added sugar or mysterious ingredients.
03 -
  • Make a larger batch of infused broth on Sunday and store it in the fridge so you can assemble bowls in minutes whenever hunger strikes during the week.
  • If soy sauce is a concern, coconut aminos provides that umami depth without soy, and honestly some people swear it tastes even better.
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